Vegetable | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Calorie

Yellow Onion

Allium cepa Allergen-Free
yellow onion

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

The Forktionary Angle

"The foundational aromatic that transforms dishes from simple to sublime."

Definition

A common pungent bulb vegetable, essential as an aromatic base in countless savory dishes, sweetening significantly when cooked.

Sensory Profile

TastePungent, Sulfur, Sweet (when cooked)
TextureCrisp (raw), Soft (cooked), Fibrous
AromaPungent, Earthy, Aromatic
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Caramelization

Slowly cooking onions unlocks their natural sugars and sweetness.

Storage Best Practice

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from potatoes.

Tear-Inducing Compound

Syn-propanethial S-oxide causes teary eyes when cut.

Nutrition Facts

Per 1/2 medium (80g)
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

Chef’s Secret

To reduce eye irritation when cutting, chill onions in the freezer for 15 minutes before slicing.

Substitutions

Best Match

White Onion

1:1

Similar pungency and flavor, slightly sharper, good for most cooking.

Shallot

2-3 small:1 medium

Milder, sweeter, more delicate flavor, good for sauces and dressings.

Red Onion

1:1

Stronger, sharper flavor, often used raw, can be used cooked but colors dishes.

Onion Powder

1 tsp:1/2 cup chopped

Concentrated flavor for spice blends, not for texture or fresh dishes.

Buying Guide

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

Flavor Pairings

Garlic Celery Carrots Beef Tomatoes Herbs

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