Cebollas Curtidas Mexican Pickled Onions Recipe

Experience the authentic taste of Mexico with these vibrant Cebollas Curtidas! These quick-pickled red onions, inspired by a Savour magazine Tex-Mex recipe, are a delicious and versatile side dish perfect for tacos, fajitas, grilled meats, or even as a topping for your favorite salad. The secret? Beet juice for a stunning red hue and a unique sour orange juice blend (lime, grapefruit, and zest) that adds a zingy, complex flavor. Ready in under 90 minutes, these pickled onions will last for 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator, making them perfect for meal prepping.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 51.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cebollas Curtidas Mexican Pickled Onions

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How to Make Cebollas Curtidas Mexican Pickled Onions

  1. Place 1 cup peeled and chopped beets, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 bay leaves, 1 cup white vinegar, and 4 cups water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. While the beets simmer, thinly slice 2 large red onions.
  4. Strain the hot beet cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve over the sliced onions in a medium bowl. Let stand until onions soften slightly, about 5 minutes.
  5. Gently drain the onions, reserving about 1/2 cup of the beet liquid.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 limes, the zest of 1 lime, the juice of 1/2 grapefruit, 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste), and the reserved beet liquid.
  7. Add the lime-grapefruit mixture to the onions and toss well to coat.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2-3 weeks) before serving.
  9. Serve chilled alongside your favorite Mexican dishes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g