Choose the right allium to add flavor to your dish.
Heres when to choose one over the other, and why.
Yellow Onions
Some onions are best reserved for cooking, while others shine brightest when enjoyed raw.
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Yellow onions are among the first camp because they naturally have a strong flavor.
Theyre highest in sulfur compared to other onion varieties, lending to their pungent flavor and smell.
White Onions
If arecipe calls for raw onion, a white onion will do the trick.
you could thank white onions for some of that flavor.
Youll also find white onions in fajita veggies, Mexican rice, and refried beans.
And theyre a key topping on tacos.This isnt to say youcantcook with white onions, however.
Semantics aside, red onions are ideal forgrilling, roasting, andpickling.
