Piaaz-Torshi - Persian Pickled Onions - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/4 lbs white pearl onions, peeled
8 ounces garlic
2 tablespoons dried mint (leaves only) or 1/2 lb fresh mint leaves (leaves only)
white vinegar, to cover
2 -3 tablespoons salt (amount approximate)

Preparation

If using fresh mint, wash it and allow to dry completely; mince finely.
Peel garlic and grate it; mix into mint.
Peel onions.
Drop a layer of onions in a large jar, sprinkle with mint mixture and salt; repeat layers until the jar is full.
Pour in vinegar to the top of the jar, and place the lid on tightly.
Store in a refrigerator for at least one month up to 2-3 months.
When removing onions from the jar, use a clean utensil.