MEXICAN PICKLED RED ONIONS

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-- From "Mexico One Plate at a Time" by Rick Bayless. Onions may be made several days ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to use.

Provided by cheflucy

Categories     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/3 cups fresh lime juice
2/3 cup orange juice
3 large red onions, sliced 1/8 inch thick (about 11/2 pounds)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine lime and orange juices in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place the onions in a non-aluminum bowl. Pour boiling water over them and wait 10 seconds, then pour the onions into a strainer.
  • Return the drained onions to the bowl, pour on the citrus juices and stir in salt. Cover and set aside until serving time. Just before serving, drain onions and set out in serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 351.4, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 0.8

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