Vegetable (Allium) | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Calorie

White Onion

Allium cepa Allergen-Free
white onion

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Amaryllidaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Onion plant bulb

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'White Onion ?

A common cultivar of onion with a paper-thin, white skin and a sharp, pungent flavor that mellows significantly when cooked.

"The unsung hero of many raw dishes, offering a pleasant bite without overwhelming intensity."

Quel goût a le/la/l'White Onion ?

Mild, Sweet, Pungent (less than yellow), Crisp

Taste
Pungent, Sharp, Slightly Sweet, Sulfurous
Texture
Crisp, Crunchy (raw), Tender, Soft (cooked)
Aroma
Pungent, Spicy, Earthy, Aromatic
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Annual Global Production (all onions, 2020 est.)

~106 million metric tons

Optimal Storage (whole, cool, dry)

1-2 months

Primary Flavor Compound

Organosulfur compounds (e.g., propanethial S-oxide)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1/2 medium onion (60g)
Calories40 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.1 g
Total Carbohydrate9.3 g
Dietary Fiber1.7 g
Total Sugars4.2 g
Calcium23 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium146 mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce the pungency of raw white onion for salads, slice thinly and soak in cold water for 10-15 minutes, then drain and pat dry.

Substituts & Proportions pour White Onion

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'White Onion est Yellow Onion, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Closest substitute in flavor and culinary application, slightly more robust.

Substituts pour White Onion avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Yellow Onion Meilleur 1:1 Closest substitute in flavor and culinary application, slightly more robust.
Red Onion 1:1 Good for raw applications, sweeter and milder with a vibrant color, less pungent when cooked.
Sweet Onion (e.g., Vidalia) 1:1 Much milder and sweeter, excellent for raw or lightly cooked dishes where less pungency is desired.
Shallots 2:1 (shallots to onion by volume) More delicate and nuanced onion flavor, good for refined dishes.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'White Onion

  1. Choose firm onions with dry, unblemished skin.
  2. Avoid soft spots or sprouts.
  3. Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'White Onion ?

  • Garlic
  • bell peppers
  • tomatoes
  • meats
  • salads
  • sauces
  • stews.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le White Onion ?

Mild, Sweet, Pungent (less than yellow), Crisp Pungent, Spicy, Earthy, Aromatic

Quel est un bon substitut pour White Onion ?

Le meilleur substitut est Yellow Onion (1:1). Closest substitute in flavor and culinary application, slightly more robust.

Comment choisir et conserver le White Onion ?

Choose firm onions with dry, unblemished skin. Avoid soft spots or sprouts. Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

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