Onions
One of the first foods on the planet to be cultivated, its roots date back 5,000 years.
Sweet OnionRed OnionWhite OnionYellow OnionShallotShowcaseas onion rings, in gratins, and on kebabsEat Raw
in salads, sandwiches, and guacamoleAdd Flavor
to chutneys, stir fries, salsas, and picklesGo To
for sauces, roasts, soups, and stewsSophisticated
in vinagrettes, egg dishes, and garnishHow to store
Onions like to breathe, so keep them in a well-ventilated area like your pantry. Don't refrigerate or place in plastic bags. Use within a month.
How to prep- Place onion on side cut off the top and root ends leaving some of that root intact
- Cut the onion in half and anchoring it with your palm, make several horizontal slices, being careful not to slice all the way through
- Make vertical slices, using the natural lines of the onion as a guide and then cut from the top end to the stem
One medium-size onion equals about 1 cup chopped. Chopped onions can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Chef's tipTurn caramelized onions into chutney by adding a splash of vinegar. This sweet-tart condiment goes well with roast chicken, pork chops and brightens up burgers.