Portuguese pickled onions are probably one of the most unique and traditional dishes that Portuguese food has to offer. Considering the Portuguese are a culture which uses all the ingredients possible and wastes nothing when making food, we were always going to have a way to preserve our vegetables. I have enjoyed these delicious pickled treats many times and I can remember whenever my grandparents would have them already made ready to enjoy. They have a very unique and juicy flavor which can only be understood by trying it yourself.



Ingredients:

20 onions for canning

2 cups wine vinegar

2 cups water

2 tablespoons of salt

1/5 cup of oil

2 cloves of garlic

3 bay leaves

1 tablespoon of mustard seeds

1 tablespoon of oregano

1/2 teaspoon of clove

1 tablespoon of oregano

1 tablespoon black pepper (whole, without grinding)

1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes

1 big jar with a lid

Directions:

1) Peel all the onions and rinse them well.

2) Boil a pot of water and add the onions for 5 minutes (helps to let the flavor of the onion be less pronounced, without losing crispness)

3) In a saucepan, prepare the seasoning. Boil all ingredients (vinegar, water, olive oil, salt, garlic, bay leaves and spices chosen) together.

4) Place onions in a big jar and add the boiling seasoning over the onions.

5) Let cool slightly and close the lid.

6) Store in the refrigerator for at least 3 weeks.

7) The longer you let them keep preserving, the better the onions will taste.

Enjoy!