Hello! Foodies, today we are going to learn something interesting. Guess what it is?
Yeah! It’s ONION!!!
Onion is a staple item on every dining table and we have all used different types of them. In this article, we will explore the various types of onions and their unique flavours and uses in different cuisines. From sweet Vidalia onions to pungent red onions, there is an onion for every taste and recipe. Onions are a versatile and essential ingredient in cooking, whether you are using them for caramelizing, pickling, or simply adding flavour to your dish. Therefore, the next time you’re at the grocery store, be sure not to overlook these flavorful bulbs.
Here we go to explore all about onions. let’s get started.
1. Yellow Onion
Yellow onion is one of the types which is sharp and spicy which mellows when cooked, and caramelizes well because of the high sugar content in it. This type of onion is used in soups, stews, and sauces kind of dishes.
2. Sweet Onion
Sweet onion varieties also include walla-walla, Maui, or Vidalia, as well as others with the word “sweet” in the name. These have thick layers. These are best for frying and used in dishes like onion rings, baked gratin, and French onion soup.
3. Red Onion
Red onions are considered to be the best for eating raw. It is mild, and crisp in texture. It is specially used in guacamole as it adds colour to the dish. It is also used for pickling, sliced in salads, on burgers and in sandwiches.
4. White Onion
White onions are the crunchiest. It has the sharpest zing, high water content and is slightly large in size when compared to other types of onions. It is mostly used in Mexican cuisine like chutneys, salsas and stir-frying.
5. Shallots
The Shallots is a botanical variety of the onion. Shallots are types which are milder and more subtle flavour. It is sweet with a little spiciness. It is used for dressings, salads and garnishes. It is more often used for an egg dish or vinaigrette.
| Onion Name | Uses of the onion |
|---|---|
| Yellow Onion | Used in soup, stews and sauces. |
| Sweet Onion | Used in frying, baking and in French onion soup. |
| Red Onion | Used in pickling, salads, burgers and sandwiches. |
| White Onion | Used in Mexican cuisines. |
| Shallots | Used for dressings, salads and garnishes. |
Health benefits of onion
References-
- https://youtu.be/ocPrhUS0S9E
- https://barbecuebasket.com/the-right-onion-for-your-need/
- https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftastessence.com%2Ftypes-of-onions&psig=AOvVaw2sadMuxUQqMAvpdrPt44h6&ust=1692443494895000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CBEQjhxqFwoTCPDJ-ryJ5oADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAK
- https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.istockphoto.com%2Fphotos%2Fwhite-onion&psig=AOvVaw2wHeENrK6i_TRVV5nqig4x&ust=1692442019853000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CBEQjhxqFwoTCJjHsvyD5oADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAS
- https://www.thespruceeats.com/uses-for-different-onion-types-4008831#:~:text=Sweet%20onion%20varieties%20include%20Walla,%22sweet%22%20in%20the%20name.
