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Maui Onion

Allium cepa 'Maui Sweet' Allergen-Free
Maui Onion

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Amaryllidaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Hawaiian, Pacific Rim
  • Seasonality Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Source Onion bulb

O Que É Maui Onion?

A specific variety of sweet onion grown in Hawaii, prized for its incredibly mild, juicy, and sweet flavor with minimal pungency.

"The undisputed king of sweet onions: its unique terroir makes it irreplaceable for truly authentic Hawaiian dishes and delicate palates."

Qual o Sabor de Maui Onion?

Sweet, very mild, juicy, crisp, subtle

Taste
Sweet, Mild, Slightly Pungent
Texture
Crisp, Succulent, Juicy
Aroma
Fresh, Mild Onion
Acidity
Low-Med

Technical Metrics

Harvest Season

April - December

Pyruvic Acid Level

Very Low

Sugar Content

~10-12%

Informação Nutricional

Per 100g
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

Segredo do Chef

To enhance its natural sweetness for cooking, gently caramelize Maui onions over low heat until deeply golden brown, extracting maximum flavor without bitterness.

Substitutos e Proporções de Maui Onion

O melhor substituto para Maui Onion é Vidalia Onion, usado na proporção de 1:1. Another famous sweet onion with a similar mild, sweet flavor profile.

Substitutos para Maui Onion com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Vidalia Onion Melhor 1:1 Another famous sweet onion with a similar mild, sweet flavor profile.
Walla Walla Onion 1:1 Known for its sweetness and juiciness, comparable to Maui onions.
Sweet Onion (generic) 1:1 Any sweet onion variety can substitute, though flavor intensity may vary.
Shallot 1:1 (by weight) Offers a sweeter, milder onion flavor with a finer texture, good for raw applications.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Maui Onion

  1. Seek firm onions with no sprouts or soft spots.
  2. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from potatoes.

O Que Combina Bem Com Maui Onion?

  • Poke
  • Salads
  • Sandwiches
  • Pickled Vegetables
  • Grilled Meats

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Maui Onion?

Sweet, very mild, juicy, crisp, subtle Fresh, Mild Onion

Qual é um bom substituto para Maui Onion?

O melhor substituto é Vidalia Onion (1:1). Another famous sweet onion with a similar mild, sweet flavor profile.

Como escolher e armazenar Maui Onion?

Seek firm onions with no sprouts or soft spots. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from potatoes.

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