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Bermuda Onion

Allium cepa 'Bermuda' Vegetable, Allium

Bermuda Onion Vegetable, Allium

At a Glance

  • Category Vegetable, Allium

The Forktionary Angle

"Discover the secret to salads that sing with this perfectly mild onion."

Definition

A large, flat, sweet onion variety with white flesh and thin, pale-yellow skin, known for its mild flavor and crisp texture.

Best for Raw Consumption Less pungent than other onions.
Storage Life Shorter than yellow/red onions (1-2 weeks).
Water Content High, contributing to crispness.

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Bermuda Onion are:

Mild sweet slightly pungent

Chef’s Secret

To further enhance the Bermuda onion's sweetness and remove any last trace of pungency for raw preparations, slice it thinly and soak in ice water for 15-20 minutes before draining and serving.

Best Substitutes

Vidalia Onion

Ratio 1:1

Walla Walla Onion

Ratio 1:1

Sweet Vadalia

Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Choose firm onions with dry, papery skin and no soft spots or sprouts.

Culinary Pairings

Salads Sandwiches Pickles Coleslaw Onion Rings (for sweetness)

Recipes Using Bermuda Onion

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