Cebollas Encurtidas Ecuadorian Pickled Red Onions

Brighten up your meals with a zesty and vibrant twist by making Cebollas Encurtidas, Ecuadorian Pickled Red Onions. This quick and easy recipe transforms crisp red onions into a tangy, aromatic side dish infused with lime juice, white vinegar, and a hint of sugar for balance. With the optional addition of jalapeño or ají pepper for a spicy kick and fresh cilantro for an herbaceous finish, these pickled onions pack both flavor and versatility. Perfect as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or hearty soups, they add a burst of freshness to any dish. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this refrigerator-friendly recipe is a must-have condiment for enhancing your favorite Ecuadorian or Latin-inspired meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large red onion
• 1 cup lime juice
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cups hot water
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 small jalapeño or ají pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the red onions and slice them into thin, even half-moon slices.

Step 2

Place the sliced onions in a bowl and pour the hot water over them. Let them sit for about 1 minute to soften and reduce their sharpness, then drain completely.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the lime juice, white vinegar, salt, and sugar. Stir until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved.

Step 4

Add the drained onions to the lime juice and vinegar mixture. Mix well to ensure all onion slices are coated.

Step 5

If using, finely slice the jalapeño or ají pepper and add it to the mixture for a spicy kick.

Step 6

Chop the fresh cilantro and mix it into the onions for added freshness and flavor.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a clean glass jar or container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the onions to pickle and absorb the flavors.

Step 8

Serve cold as a topping or side dish. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1105.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	213.5

Total Fat 0.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2405.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 4.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170.2mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 841.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 89.5%