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Why You Should Microwave Onions Before Cooking: A Life Hack That Changes Your Meals for the Better
13.01.2025 14:46
Onions can safely be considered one of the most versatile and popular ingredients in cooking.
According to the expert of the online publication BelNovosti, chef Yulia Arkhipova, it gives dishes an incredible aroma and taste. But here's the problem: the bitterness inherent in this vegetable can overshadow all its positive qualities.
To prevent this from happening, use the microwave trick.
The whole point is that thanks to the use of this technique, the onion turns out sweet, tender and loses its bitterness.
How to Cook Onions in the Microwave
To cook onions, you need to approach their preparation thoroughly.
It involves peeling and slicing. The choice of slicing method depends on your preferences. If you like thin half rings, cut them that way. If you want large pieces, cut them larger, but in the latter case, you will have to increase the cooking time.
Place the chopped onion in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a suitable lid and microwave the bowl with the onion for 2-3 minutes.
Once again, we remind you: if you have chopped the onion coarsely, let it stay inside a little longer – about 4-5 minutes.
After the time is up, carefully remove the dish from the microwave and wait until the onions cool.
Where to use cooked onions
Microwaved onions can be used in a variety of dishes.
You can include it in marinades or add it to soups, salads and appetizers. You will be surprised how much more flavor and aroma sweet and tender onions can add to your favorite culinary creations.
