Pickled Red Onions

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  • Makes

    1 Pint

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Epic BBQ Sandwiches: Next-Level Burgers, Melts, Sliders, Tacos, and More, Grilled or Smoked to Perfection

By Brad Prose

Published 2026

  • About

Tangy red onions are the perfect pairing for any barbecue with Southwest, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern flavors—each culinary region has its own version of pickled or marinated red onions. Make a batch of these to add a touch of sweet heat from the habanero, which is just spicy enough to give you a little kick. The pickling process mellows out the heat, leaving them with the perfect spicy zing to top your meats.

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