Tangy Onion Relish
Elevate your dishes with this irresistibly flavorful Tangy Onion Relish, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes. Thinly sliced red onions are gently caramelized and simmered with apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to create a glossy, vibrant condiment that adds depth to any meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute cook, this relish is an easy yet sophisticated addition to burgers, sandwiches, grilled meats, or a cheese board. Customize the heat with optional red chili flakes, and enjoy it warm or chilled—either way, this versatile recipe is sure to steal the show.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large red onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the red onions into half-moons.
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and lightly caramelized.
Stir in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using).
Add the water and mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces and the relish becomes thick and glossy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and allow the relish to cool slightly before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Serve warm or chilled as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
79 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 93 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
