Sweet and sour red onions
Published on 30 May 2026
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Delicious and easy to prepare, with no cooking of the onions. Keep them in the fridge ready to use as a side dish or add to salads, fish dishes and bruschetta. Fresh and tasty, with a beautiful colour. I made a large jar, but you can halve the quantities.
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INGREDIENTS FOR 1 LARGE JAR
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I clean and thinly slice the onions with a knife or mandoline.
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I put them in a large jar, alternating with juniper berries, bay leaves and lemon peel and pressing down well.
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In a saucepan I bring the water, vinegar and sugar to the boil.
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I add the salt, turn off the heat and stir until everything has dissolved.
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I pour the boiling liquid over the onions until covered.
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I press down well.
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I cover with the lid, leave to cool and transfer to the fridge.
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So delicious!!!!!
Original source: https://incucinaconlilly.com/2026/05/30/cipolle-rosse-in-agrodolce/