This Man's Cook's Onion Pickle

A super simple onion pickle that maximizes crispness and refreshment by using soda instead of boiling soy sauce, eliminating the hassle of heating and cooling.

Ingredients needed 4 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Using soda instead of water for dilution maintains a sharp refreshment and preservation quality without needing to boil the brine or add soju as a preservative.
  • Avoid fruit-flavored vinegars like lemon or apple-infused varieties—they may clash with the onion’s natural aroma; stick to regular brewed vinegar or brown rice vinegar.
  • For better flavor, avoid mild chilies like crisp chilies or ogo chilies, which lack the characteristic sharpness; use green chili peppers or fresh bird’s eye chilies for a more vibrant taste.

Recommended for

  • Those who want the fastest and easiest way to make pickles without boiling and cooling soy sauce brine.
  • People looking for a refreshing, tangy, and crunchy pickle to serve alongside fatty grilled meats like pork belly or ribs.

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