LIME-PICKLED RED ONION

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Acidity helps preserve red onion's flavor; either vinegar or citrus juice would do the trick.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Bon Appétit     Condiment     Onion     Pickles     Lime Juice     Cilantro

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium red onion, halved through root end, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
Kosher salt
1/4 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons sumac

Steps:

  • Combine onion and lime juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and toss. Let sit, tossing occasionally, at least 20 minutes.
  • Just before serving, drain onion and toss with cilantro and sumac.
  • Do Ahead
  • Onion can be pickled 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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