Red onion
PantryRed onions, also sometimes referred to as purple or blue onions, are easily recognizable by their dark red, flaky skin and reddish-white flesh. A member of the Allium family, red onions are a type of storage onion. Storage onions are cured or laid out to dry after they’re harvested. If stored properly, these types of onions will stay good for months. When it comes to red onions, they have a sharper, more pungent taste than other storage onions. However, when cooked, they take on a sweeter and milder flavor. Red onions are a versatile variety that is often used both raw and cooked. When raw, they add an extra crunchiness and vibrancy to salads and salsas. They are a perfect pairing for tomato and cucumber salad, mixed into some fresh guacamole, or layered onto a juicy burger. If you’re looking to rid red onions of some of their sharpness, soak them in ice water to make them less pungent and even crispier. When cooked, red onions are great for grilling or roasting as their inside turns jammy, rather than mushy like other onions. Another way to use red onions—pickling! Red onions are often the onion of choice when it comes to pickling. Pickled onions are easy to make and are a fantastic addition to tacos or ceviche. Onions are a great source of antioxidants, particularly red onions. Red onions get their deep red color from an antioxidant called anthocyanins. Like other onions, red onions are best stored in a cool, dark, and dry place like a pantry or cabinet. Here they’ll last up to at least a month. Although they can be kept in the fridge, they may become soft and soggy. However, once cut, red onions should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 7-10 days.
Red onion nutrition and vitamin info per 100g
| Energy | 33.695098876953125 | kcal |
| Total Fat | 0.11400000005960464 | g |
| Carbohydrate Total | 5.447000026702881 | g |
| Sugars | 3.5859999656677246 | g |
| Protein | 1.50600004196167 | g |
| Sodium | 3.700000047683716 | mg |
| Fiber | 1.2000000476837158 | g |
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Samsung FoodPreferably keep onions outside the fridge, better at room temperature and out of the sun.
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To avoid tearing up while cutting an onion, damp a paper towel, fold it and keep it on your chopping board. The acid would be attracted to the paper towel, instead of your tear ducts.
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When buying onions, look for those firm, with no scent and with unblemished skin.