Pickled Onions

Directions

1. 1
   Chop the onion vertically in half, then slice it crosswise, (against the grain).
2. 2
   Put the onion in a resealable container, fill with enough vinegar to cover the onions, and store in the refrigerator.
3. 3
   Marinate for 1 to 2 days, until tender.
4. 4
   Use whatever vinegar you have on hand.
5. 5
   Since this uses a lot of vinegar, I use grain vinegar.
6. 6
   Mix it with natto.
7. 7
   I top mine with about triple the amount of natto.
8. 8
   I also drizzle on some of the vinaigrette.
9. 9
   It's a very versatile dish.
10. 10
    Use it as topping for tofu or other dishes, mix it into potato salads, etc.
11. 11
    In the summer, put a layer between rice in your obento to prevent the rice from spoiling.
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    Aside from improving blood circulation, pickled onion helps control high blood pressure, helps regulate the bowels, and reduces excess sugar and fat, making it effective for dieters.