aromatic flavorful vegetable with succulent/fleshy, tight, concentric leaf bases having a pungent odor. Enlarged base (bulb) of a plant, Allium cepa, species of the Allium family that also includes garlic (Allium sativum).
Common onions are normally available in three yellow, brown, red, purple and white colors.. Yellow or brown onions (also called red) are full-flavored and are the onions of choice for everyday use. Yellow onions turn a rich, dark brown when caramelized and give French onion soup its sweet flavor. The red onion (also called purple) is a good choice for fresh use but can be also good for grilling. White onions are widely used in classic Mexican cuisine, and have a particularly sweet flavor when sauteed.
Common onions are normally available in three yellow, brown, red, purple and white colors.. Yellow or brown onions (also called red) are full-flavored and are the onions of choice for everyday use. Yellow onions turn a rich, dark brown when caramelized and give French onion soup its sweet flavor. The red onion (also called purple) is a good choice for fresh use but can be also good for grilling. White onions are widely used in classic Mexican cuisine, and have a particularly sweet flavor when sauteed.
