Description
What is it about ?The onion or onion is a herbaceous plant cultivated mainly for its bulb. It is an essential condiment in cooking, used almost everywhere in the world. Onion powder is more convenient to use and assimilates better in culinary preparations. Sold in an airtight bag, it keeps much longer than the vegetable. Its tangy flavor accompanied by a more or less sweet note depending on the variety accompanies most savory preparations.
How to use onion powder in cooking ?
The taste of onion is different depending on whether it is eaten raw or cooked. When eaten raw or lightly cooked, its flavor is strong and pungent, while when cooked it becomes slightly sweet and smooth. Its use is universal: it can enhance all culinary preparations whether based on vegetables, starches, meat. It goes well with marinades, soups, sauces and dressings. It is an essential ingredient in many traditional dishes from different countries. Its powdered format is very easy to assimilate in the preparation of sauces, especially with tomatoes or to sprinkle grilled meats
The virtues of onions
Onions contain many nutrients such as vitamins B and C, manganese and quercetin, a powerful antioxidant. Regular consumption of onions reduces cardiovascular risks and helps fight bad cholesterol and cancer. Among its many benefits, onion reduces high blood pressure, prevents anemia by helping red blood cells to regenerate, and tones bones. Thanks to its manganese content, it would alleviate premenstrual and menopausal symptoms.
