Tag: Onion

Some scientists believe that onion was first domesticated in central Asia and others in Middle East by Babylonian culture in Iran and west Pakistan. Onions grew in chinese gardens as early as 5000 years ago and they are referenced in some of the oldest Vedic writings from India. When was the Red Onion discovered? Onions […]

Cultivated bulb onions (Allium cepa) originated in Asia and the Mediterranean, in the areas of Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan. Where do onions grow in the world? China was the largest producer of onions in the world in 2019 followed by India and the United States. China was the largest producer of onions in the world […]

It is believed that onions were first cultivated in central Asia. One of the world’s oldest cookery books in the Cuneform script in Babylonia recorded in 1750 BC, has references to the onion as an ingredient in several dishes. Ancient Egypt made extensive use of onions. When did people start cooking with onions? Cooking With […]

In ancient Greece onions were commonly used as an aphrodisiac remedy, while in the days of the Egyptians Pharaohs celibate priests were forbidden to eat onions because of the potential effects on their libido. Did the ancient Greeks have onions? The main foods the Ancient Greeks ate were bread, made from wheat, and porridge, made […]

These three food items would have been bagged up or kept in the pocket of a ploughman or other farm worker for much-needed sustenance throughout the long working day. The original ploughman’s lunch that dates to not too long after the first century when onions were first introduced to Britain by the Romans. When did […]

In the Age of Discovery, onions were taken to North America by the first European settlers, who found close relatives of the plant such as Allium tricoccum readily available and widely used in Native American gastronomy. What country are onions native to? Onions are among the world’s oldest cultivated plants. They were probably known in […]

Wild onions (Allium canadense) can be found in many gardens and lawns, and wherever they are found, a frustrated gardener is sure to be found nearby. These difficult to control weeds are the bane of many gardens, but with determination and a little hard work, you can get rid of wild onions once and for […]

Steven is Onion’s friend whom he has known in the past and is eager to help. They may get along, but it is a one-sided relationship as Onion isn’t known to talk to anyone but his father and his mother. Does Onion like Amethyst? Steven eventually chases Onion down to a house and enters through […]

Keep you cool Onions are quite popular during the hot season as it has cooling properties. It contains volatile oil that helps in balancing the body’s temperature. In summer, onion can be consumed raw as a salad. Squeeze some on raw onion to enhance taste and it also increases the vitamin C content. Is onion […]

White Onions: A stronger, spicier, more pungent flavour than yellow onions. More oniony, for lack of a better term, than yellow onions. They don’t hold up as well when cooked, as they tend to fall apart. Which onions are spicy? Red onions are ubiquitous on salads, sandwiches and other raw preparations partly because of their […]

The name of this compound is propanethial-S-oxide (PSO for short), which is responsible for the heat and burning sensation when onions are eaten raw (HortScience 2002; 37(3): 567-570). Of course, things are not quite as simple as they seem. Are raw onions supposed to be spicy? It really depends on the onion and what exactly […]

bulb vegetable. Onion plants are a plant species under the Allium genus in the Amaryllidaceae family. Though it is an edible part of a plant, and the onion is considered a bulb vegetable, onions are not eaten alone but are mixed with other vegetables to cook food. How do you classify an onion? The onion […]

Although it is one of the most important ingredients in all of the culinary arts, garlic nevertheless seems to mystify us when it comes to classifying it—is it an herb, spice, or vegetable? The simple answer is that garlic is a member of the lily family, along with onions, shallots, and leeks. Is garlic considered […]

Onions were grown in Ancient Egypt 5,500 years ago, in India and China 5,000 years ago, in Sumeria 4,500 years ago. With organized onion cultivation starting around 3,500 BC, ancient civilizations that used them soon became really dependent on this great vegetable. Are onions Indian? The exact place of the origin of the vegetable is […]

Ancient Vedic texts also regard salty, spicy, strong and pungent foods to take away one’s focus from the devotion of the Lord. According to Vaishnav tradition, people are weary of eating anything that grows underground and therefore, Vaishnav-Hindus particularly refrain from eating onions. Why do Hindus avoid onion? Onion and Garlic are considered as Tamasic […]

The vinegar soak did rid the onions of much of their burn, but it was replaced by an equally strong sour taste, even after thorough rinsing. Milk was also very effective at removing the sulfur compounds, but it left the onions tasting washed-out. Why do you soak onions in milk for onion rings? The challenge […]

While certain vegetables can work just fine added directly to simmering soups and stews (say, carrots and celery), other vegetables (onions, garlic, and the like) will almost always need at least a brief sweat in a fat-based liquid before adding the remaining ingredients. Can you put raw onions into soup? Raw onions in a soup […]

The Jain cuisine is completely lacto-vegetarian and also excludes root and underground vegetables such as potato, garlic, onion etc., to prevent injuring small insects and microorganisms; and also to prevent the entire plant getting uprooted and killed. It is practised by Jain ascetics and lay Jains. Why do some religions not eat onion and garlic? […]

In sweating, the onions soften and release their moisture and flavor at a leisurely pace so the onions cook in their own juices. As many of their flavoring compounds are volatile, if any subsequent cooking continues for a lengthy period, the flavors of onions mellow to background nuances. Do you need to sweat onions? Sweating […]

Ancient Egypt made extensive use of onions. The Egyptians used onion not only in their food but also as a vital ingredient in mummification, other rituals, and also in medicine. Did ancient Egyptians grow onions? Culinary Uses. Along with bread and fish, onions were a basic dietary staple for all ancient Egyptians, rich and poor […]