Onions have an indisputable, unquestionable position in cuisines across the world and form an integral part of every kitchen. As onions are used so often in day-to-day cooking, it generally passes for yet another veggie and is not given the apt nutritional status that it deserves.
Onions belong to the Allium family with other kins like garlic, leeks, shallots, scallions, spring onions, and chives. Onions have a much more beneficial role towards health and longevity than just aromatic properties.
Onions can be sweet to strong and sometimes pungent in taste. These bulbs are available in many varieties; the most familiar ones being white, yellow, red, and purple-skinned. Onions are supremely healthy and are rich in vitamin C, selenium, potassium, sulphuric compounds, flavonoids (quercetin), and phytochemicals (alliin).
Health Benefits:
- Onions have an excellent combination of antioxidants and phytochemicals and have been proven to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension, and certain cancers.
- Onions promote bladder and prostate health.
- They also have potent antimicrobial, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Onions are widely available, easy to store, and light on the pocket as well. They have versatile roles in cooking, can be incorporated in a wide variety of dishes like curries, salads, soups, stocks, stir-fries, spreads, pickles, sauces; can be caramelized and used as a garnish.
Let this Superstar get its much-needed popularity as a Superfood. So the next time onions make you cry, remember they are actually Tears of Happiness!
Click on the link below for CURO recipes:
