It makes you cry, but above all, it's a universal favorite. The onion is the starting point for thousands of recipes, the basic ingredient in every cuisine around the world.
Whether white, red, or yellow, raw or candied, it adds character to our dishes, depth to sauces, and a comforting warmth to winter soups. Humble and indispensable, the onion is one of the pillars of everyday cooking.
🍴 How to consume and store it?
Store onions in a dry, dark, and well-ventilated place away from light. They will keep for several weeks or even months under good conditions.
In the kitchen, they lend themselves to all sorts of uses: as a cooking base, sliced in salads, roasted whole, preserved, stuffed, or even in tarts. Red onions are perfect raw or marinated, while yellow onions are ideal for long cooking times. Spring onions, on the other hand, are delicious fresh, like spring onions!
📅 What is its season?
🧬 Features
The onion is a bulb with concentric layers, with white, pink, or red flesh depending on the variety. Its flavor ranges from spicy to mild, depending on the type and cooking method.
It contains powerful antioxidants (including quercetin), sulfur compounds that are beneficial for cardiovascular health, and is low in calories. These include yellow onions (classic), red onions (milder), white onions (crunchy), and spring onions (best eaten fresh).
💡 Did you know?
Onions have been cultivated for over 5,000 years! Already consumed in ancient Egypt, they were considered a symbol of eternal life.
In France, onions from Roscoff , Cévennes, and Toulouges are AOP or Label Rouge. They are mild, sweet, and particularly appreciated in gastronomy. And to avoid crying when cutting them: cut them under cold water, or put them in the fridge for a few minutes before peeling!
💚 Why we love it at Neary
Because it adds flavor to everything, without ever stealing the show. At Neary, we feature it in our baskets year-round, in its classic version or as a spring onion, always local and well-grown. It's a simple, authentic, and essential product. Exactly what we love to offer our customers.
🛒 Where to find it?
👉 It's waiting for you in our seasonal baskets , delivered weekly to your business or home. Onions are the foundation 🌱
