Condiments & Extras

Lime-Pickled Medley

Name: Lime-Pickled Medley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 h
Ingredients: 1 large red onion, thinly sliced 4 to 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or lightly crushed 2 to 3 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced 240 to 360 ml Citrus Pickle Brine 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp sugar

Prep

15 Minutes

Cook

2-12 Hours

Sharp, bright, and fast to make, this lime-pickled medley adds clean acidity, crunch, and heat to tacos, eggs, bowls, and grilled dishes.

Ingredients

1 large red onion, thinly sliced 4 to 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or lightly crushed 2 to 3 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced 240 to 360 ml Citrus Pickle Brine 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp sugar

Instructions

1
Slice the onion, garlic, and jalapeños thinly. Add them to a heatproof bowl or jar, separating the onion layers as you go. Pour over the Citrus Pickle Brine , then add the salt and sugar. Toss until everything is evenly coated and the onions start to soften. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Taste and adjust with more salt or lime juice if needed. Chill for at least a few hours before serving.

Best Served With

tacos, rice bowls, eggs, or grilled meats

Cook's Note

Slice vegetables evenly, thin pieces pickle faster and stay crisp; blanch denser vegetables if needed and choose a warm brine for quick flavor or a cooled brine for extra crunch, making sure all vegetables are submerged.

Why This Recipe Works

Fresh lime juice pickles the vegetables quickly while keeping the finish bright and clean. Thin slicing helps the onion, garlic, and jalapeños soften fast without losing all their crunch.

Make It Yours

Add mustard seeds, coriander seeds, or peppercorns for more aromatic depth. Replace part of the lime juice with lemon or orange for a softer citrus edge. Use serrano peppers for more heat. Add thinly sliced radishes or cucumbers for extra crunch.