Curtido

Name: Curtido
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 habanero peppers, thinly sliced; 1 large red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup (120 ml) apple cider vinegar; ½ cup (120 ml) white vinegar; ½ cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice; ½ cup (120 ml) water; 1 tablespoon (15 g) pure maple syrup or granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon (15 g) pure maple syrup or granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Preparation info

Makes
3 cups

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Birrias

By Jesse Valenciana

Published 2025

About

These pickled habanero peppers and red onion have a tart and tangy flavor thanks to the two kinds of vinegar and lime juice. This condiment is great served alongside birria or atop tacos and burritos. Play around with the flavors and add spices to your liking. This recipe is a canvas for anything you want to try.

Ingredients

4 habanero peppers, thinly sliced
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic,

Americas
Mexico
Condiment
Side dish
Vegan
Gluten-free

Method

In a large bowl, toss together the habaneros, red onion, and garlic. Transfer the habanero mixture to a large quart jar with a lid, pushing it down into the jar. Leave ¼ inch (6 mm) of headspace at the top of the jar.
In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients and heat until boiling. Remove from the burner and pour over the onions and peppers until