onions
Low in calories but rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants including quercetin; contain inulin, a prebiotic fiber that supports digestive health.
About
The onion (Allium cepa) is a bulbous perennial plant in the amaryllis family, native to Central Asia and cultivated worldwide for over five thousand years. The edible bulb consists of concentric layers of modified leaf bases that store nutrients and water, developing a papery skin in golden, red, or white varieties. Raw onions possess a pungent, sulfurous bite due to volatile compounds (thiols and disulfides) that diminish significantly when cooked through caramelization and enzymatic breakdown. Major cultivars include yellow globe onions (sweet, versatile), red onions (milder, higher sugar content, used fresh), pearl onions (small, delicate), Spanish onions (larger, sweeter), and Vidalia onions (exceptionally sweet, low-sulfur varieties from specific growing regions).
Culinary Uses
Onions function as a fundamental aromatic base in countless cuisines, providing depth and layered flavor through cooking. They are essential to mirepoix in French cooking, soffritto in Italian, and the holy trinity in Creole cuisine. Raw onions are sliced into salads, pickled, or used as garnishes; sautéed or caramelized onions develop complex sweetness for soups, gratins, and condiments; they are roasted whole, grilled, or incorporated into salsas, stocks, and braises. Onions enhance nearly all savory dishes and are equally important in traditional medicine and pickling applications.
Used In
Recipes Using onions (986)
Chili bean salad (lacto)
Chili bean salad (lacto) from the Recidemia collection
Chili Chicken I
Chili Chicken I from the Recidemia collection
Chili Pepper Sauce
Chili Pepper Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Chili (Vegan)
Vegan Chili is chili that uses no animal or meat products in its creation. Many variations of a vegetarian based chili have been created using meat substitutes, tofu and even vegetables.
Chili Verde
Pork Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe : 8
Chillie Paneer
Cottage cheese in a thick soya sauce
Chinese Black Pepper Steak
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group This Y-group is
Chole
Chickpeas. This dish is traditionally served with hot crispy puris and a side of sautéed potatoes, and is a huge favourite at weekend brunches.
Chopped Chicken Livers I
S. comes as a surprise to Israelis, where chopped Chicken livers are considered a delicacy to be served on festive occasions. Serves 6 as an appetizer or 12 as a spread.
Chop Steak
Chop Steak from the Recidemia collection
Chou Lyonnais
Cabbage with onions.
Chow Chow
Recipe by Irene Selway Robinson (1923 – 1993) Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Christmas Nut Loaf
This nut loaf can be served hot or cold with a Spicy Cranberry Sauce for a vegetarian Christmas.
Christmas Savoury Strudel
Christmas Savoury Strudel from the Recidemia collection
Chunky Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas
Serves 6
Ciceri e Tria
Ciceri e Tria is the most beloved dish of Salento, Italy. It's a brothy pasta dish, with the addition of chickpeas. A third of the pasta is fried, the rest boiled directly into the broth.
Cincinnati-Style Chili
Cincinnati-Style Chili from the Recidemia collection
Circassian-style Chicken
Serves 16 persons.
Cocido
this is what we have to do for our spanish class GOSH! Cocido
Coconut Chicken I
Coddle
Coddle is a popular meal in Dublin. It's seen as being an economical dish.
Comlek
Rabbit casserole with onions and wine vinegar. The same recipe can be used for hare, with excellent results, by increasing quantities of other ingredients, since hare is much heavier than rabbit. , being soaked in vinegar.
Congri (Rice and Beans) Recipe
Congri (Rice and Beans) Recipe from the Recidemia collection
Coq au vin
Many French regions claim , or chicken stew, as their own, but legend has it that the recipe originated with Caesar's chef. Different variants exist throughout the country; the following recipe is one. Serves 4-6.
Corned Beef
Corned Beef from the Recidemia collection
Costa Rican Tilapia
Costa Rican Tilapia from the Recidemia collection
Costillas de Cerdo en Vinagre
Costillas de Cerdo en Vinagre from the Recidemia collection
Country Beef Stew
Country Beef Stew from the Recidemia collection
Country Chicken
Makes 6 servings.
Country-style Green Beans
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: The Illust
Crawfish Maque Choux
Crawfish Maque Choux from the Recidemia collection
Crawfish Salad
Crawfish Salad from the Recidemia collection
Crayfish Soup
Crayfish Soup from the Recidemia collection
Cream Soup with Salmon
Cream Soup with Salmon
Creamy Carrot Soup I
Serves: 6 Occasion: Any Effort: Easy
Creamy Herb Miso Dressing
Creamy Herb Miso Dressing from the Recidemia collection
Creole Boiled Fish
Creole Boiled Fish from the Recidemia collection
Creole Green Beans I
Creole Green Beans I from the Recidemia collection
Crillo de Pollo
This chicken and vegetable soup is an Argentinean classic. It is as thick as a stew and as creamy as a bisque.
Crockpot Beef Stew I
My favorite beef stew Submitted by: angelgoddess3 - ECPR Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Crockpot Black-eyed Pea Soup with Ham and Greens
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves 6
Crockpot Chicken and Rice
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves 6
Crock Pot Persian Lamb Stew
Persian Lamb stew sends wonderful flavors your way - not spicy - just a nice blend of flavors. A meal in one pot.
Crock Pot Potato Soup
American cuisine Soups
Crockpot Sausage and White Bean Cassoulet
Serve this dish with a tossed green salad drizzled with vinaigrette.
Crock Pot Sloppy Joes
Crock Pot Sloppy Joes from the Recidemia collection
Crunch Stuffed Mushrooms
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Steep Estate in Elmo, Texas in 1989.
Cuban Lechon Asado ( Roasted Fresh Ham)
This is a great recipe found in Steve Raichlen's cookbook 'Miami Spice'. The pork roast is wonderful. Easy to make. VERY flavourful. Leftovers are great in wraps!
Cuban Sandwich
Cuban Sandwich from the Recidemia collection
Cucumber Relish
Cucumber Relish from the Recidemia collection