Ingredients

• 10 oz medium (1-inch) boiling onions, peeled (about 16)
• 1 1/2 cups malt vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons pickling spice
• 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced

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Instructions

1. Cover onions with water in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan, then bring to a simmer and cook 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a clean heatproof jar. Simmer remaining ingredients in saucepan 5 minutes, then pour over onions. Cool completely, uncovered. Chill, covered, 1 week to allow flavors to develop.