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Contact SupplierWhat are onions?The onion also known as the bulb onion or common onion, is a vegetable that is the most widely cultivated species of the genus Allium. Its close relatives include the garlic, leek, chive, and Chinese onion.
Scientific Definition : Onion (Allium cepa L., from Latin cepa "onion"), herbaceous biennial plant in the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae), grown for its edible bulb. The onion is likely native to southwestern Asia.
Short History : The onion plant has been grown and selectively bred in cultivation for at least 7,000 years. Ancient records of using onions span western and eastern Asia, the geographic origin of the onion is uncertain, with likely domestication worldwide. Food uses of onions date back thousands of years in China, Egypt and Persia
Nutritional Content of Onions : Each figure is based on a serving of 1 large onion (150 grams).
Other Nutrients: Two powerful antioxidants stand out above the rest:
Health Benefits of Onions : Here are some of the common health benefits of onions.
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Common Use : Most commonly it is used as vegetable/spices with other vegetables. Enjoy Onion Pakoda, French onion soup, onion jam, pickled onions, onion rings and onion bread in our collection dedicated to the humble but super delicious onion.