Onions are one of the most common and healthy vegetables used in various dishes. However, onions also have their drawbacks: they can cause tears when cut, have a strong smell and taste, and also spoil during storage.
How to avoid these problems and make onions softer and more aromatic? There is a simple and effective way - pour boiling water over the onions before using or storing. Today we will tell you why this is necessary and how to do it correctly.
How to Pour Boiling Water Over Onions
To pour boiling water over the onion, you will need:
• onion (you can use any type: onion, green, sweet, red, etc.);
• a pot of boiling water;
• colander or sieve;
• knife and cutting board.
Follow these steps.
• Peel the onion.
• Cut the onion into large pieces or rings, depending on how you plan to use it.
• Place the chopped onion in a colander or sieve and dip it into boiling water for a few seconds. Do not keep the onion in the water for too long, otherwise it will lose its crisp texture and vitamins.
• Remove the onion from the water and let the water drain.
• Use the onions as directed in the recipe, or pack them in a tightly sealed container and store in the refrigerator for up to several days.
Why douse onions with boiling water: benefits
Pouring boiling water over onions has several benefits that you will appreciate.
• Onions become softer and more tender, making them ideal for salads, sandwiches, pizza and other dishes where onions are added fresh.
• Onions lose their sharp and pungent taste and smell, which can spoil the taste of other products. Poured with boiling water, onions acquire a sweet and aromatic shade, which harmonizes with various ingredients.
• Onions doused with boiling water can be stored in the refrigerator for up to several days without fear that they will dry out or spoil.
Boiling onions is a simple and useful trick that will help you improve the quality and taste of your onions.
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