Fabulous Marinated Red Onions MAGIC ELIXIRS (TM)
I love a MAGIC ELIXIR –a special sauce or bit of magic that turns ordinary food into something extraordinary. In my circle, I’m a little famous for the bowl of Marinated Red Onions on my kitchen counter (we even call them “Counter Onions”), which is amusing, because how could I ever have known these onions would start a movement?
From the nocrumbsleft Instagram stories you may know that I prize a beautiful entrée salad, and every entrée salad I make includes a bit of this oniony goodness. And there is no simpler recipe!
Equipment needed to make Marinated Red Onions
- Slicer
- Measuring spoons and measuring cups
- Mixing bowl
- Container
How I make my viral recipe for Marinated Onions!
I marinate thinly sliced red onions in high-quality olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. Then I leave them uncovered on my counter in a little ceramic dish to use every day on my eggs, in a hamburger, in a salad, or in a marinated entree.
What is the best way to store Marinated Onions?
The best way to store my fabulous Marinated Red Onions is uncovered on the counter. The onions should be submerged under the oil in a little ceramic dish.
Why don’t you store Marinated Red Onions in the refrigerator?
I don’t store Marinated Red Onions in the refrigerator because the oil solidifies, and when it does, the magic is gone.
How long can Marinated Red Onions be stored?
Marinated Red Onions are good for about 3-4 days. We enjoy the onions on literally everything and also use the oil as a salad dressing or marinade, so ours never last that long.
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PrintMarinated Red Onions MAGIC ELIXIRS (TM)
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Magic Elixir
- Method: Marinated
- Cuisine: American
Description
These onions have gone viral, and for good reason! They are delicious on absolutely anything, and the oil is perfect for making dressings, mayos, or any other fabulous idea you come up with!
Ingredients
- 1 small red onion
- ¾ cup Extra Virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano (not ground)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of high-quality balsamic vinegar (optional but highly recommended)
Instructions
Thinly slice the red onion and place in a low bowl.
In a separate bowl, stir the olive oil, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and dried oregano together to combine well. Pour the mixture over the onions, making sure they are submerged.
Let sit on the counter at room temperature to marinate for 12 hours before using. Keeps for 2-3 days unrefrigerated.
Notes
Take a look below for an FAQ all about Marinated Onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: A few slices
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 0.5 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.8 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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What other people are saying about my Marinated Red Onions!
“Marinated Onions MAGIC ELIXIRS are a Whole30 Game Changer and a counter staple for me and just about anybody that follows me. If I have one dish that’s a bit of a revolution, I would say these marinated red onions are it! I never imagined that such a simple condiment could unilaterally make such a hit with onion lovers and haters alike. I receive dozens of messages a day from people raving about them. Here are some of my favorites” – Teri
“nocrumbsleft Marinated Onions are like Hermes Scarves – they are a sign of taste and complexity, while elevating the simple to elegant and the fantastic to unforgettable.”
“They rock my world! Like, I’m obsessed and my husband thinks I’m having an affair with them.”
“Fantastic on salad, roasted vegetables, scrambled eggs, pork chops, steak.””…..the list goes on!”
“Marinated Onions are an absolute staple in my house”¦the addiction is real”
“Marinated onions are your life preserver on Whole30”¦they add tons of flavor”
“My husband can’t cook but he has mastered Marinated Onions”
“You’ve never had a salad until you’ve had a salad with these marinated onions.”
“These onions will ruin you and having them on hand will be as necessary as having salt in your pantry.”
“Don’t be afraid to try them, they don’t taste like raw onions! They change, like magic into something delicious AND the marinade is great in so many things!”
“My kids eat them straight out of the bowl”
“I can’t remember my life without them, and I don’t want to!”
“I have yet to find a savory food that these don’t go on.”
My kids ask “Can you put that on everything?”
“They work on everything. I never let myself run out of them. At work they are a HUGE hit with everyone too.”
“Magic in my mouth!”
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MARINATED RED ONIONS
We call them “counter onions” because they meant to be served room temp and there is never a time that there isn’t a bowl or two on my counter, ready to go!
Then you probably have too many onions or they are not flat. Be sure to follow the amount of onions called for in the recipe – 1 small, 1/2 medium or 1/4 of a large onion. Be sure to keep them in slices and lay them flat as you put them in the bowl. And make the marinade in a separate bowl.
It’s important not to have them sticking up out of the oil, because they will go bad.
I don’t cover mine but if you live in a warm, tropical area or there is another reason that you need to, feel free.
I recommend doing just using 1/2 of the oregano. The marinade softens the taste of it so much so that you can barely taste it.
Since this is going to stay on the counter at room temperature you need to use dried oregano. Even though I love fresh herbs, dried is better here.
I love to improvise but I think that this recipe is best as is. It’s not the same with a white onion, avocado oil or a different vinegar (although I have heard that people love pomegranate vinegar). If you require a vinegar with no alcohol content, I know that there are some out there and using that as a substitute would be fine.
When you marinate onions and they are under the oil, you will not be able to smell them. (that is why it’s also important to follow the recipe and directions)
They should not give you onion breath, because the marinating is a gentle form of cooking so that removes the strong taste and smell.
Share with a friend or neighbor. Or saute the extra onions up – the get crispy and lovely. If you have leftover oil, marinate some protein like a chicken breast or a pork chop. You can use the oil in a salad dressing. Some people even freeze the oil in small containers and use them as a flavored oil for cooking.
If you feel like you can, then try them. Since the marinade gently cooks the onions, they are more easily digestible. But if onions don’t agree with you, then this dish just may not be for you. – then this dish may not be for you.
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So delicious
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Teri, I would like to purchase an onion bowl😀 bebout@charter.net
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Thanks so much for this… You can message me on Instagram in order to be added to the list. We will have bowls for sale this Friday they sell out very quickly
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I would like to order a bowl. Just.beale1966@gmail.com
Correction: Judy.beale1966@gmail.com
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Bought my onion bowl yesterday during your book tour stop in Minneapolis! I cannot for the life of me find if it can go into the dishwasher. Can it? Thanks for the great chat with Zoe and sharing your expertise!
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Shoot. I wish I would’ve read the FAQs stating to keep the onions in tact 😠I just instinctively separated them since it wasn’t specific in the recipe directions. Oh well – still delicious!
Glad you enjoyed them! It’s so much easier just to leave them intact.
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question- can you reuse the oil and just put in new onions or do you need to remake it each time? We all loved the oinons and devored them quickly!
What a great question! Defiantly make fresh marinade for a fresh batch of onions. The older marinade can be used as a fabulous magic elixir over salad as a dressing. get in the habit of using a little every day as part of a dressing or to marinade protein.
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Wow – These are genius! I can’t believe I lived without marinated onions! I absolutely love these on anything. I’ve shared with my family and they love them too. I even commute to work with these – My dedication is strong! Thanks Teri!
So glad you love them! Enjoy!
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