Vegetables · Food pairing guide
What goes with Red Onion?
Red onion (Allium cepa) is rich in water, fructans, vitamin C, potassium, anthocyanins and quercetin. Compared with yellow onion it is generally milder, sweeter and better suited to raw applications.
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What pairs well with Red Onion?
Best suited to raw, pickled and lightly cooked preparations. Fresh acidity, creamy cheeses, herbs and grilled foods complement its fruity sweetness.
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