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TaxonomyAllium cepa var. aggregatum
OriginLikely Central Asia, cultivated widely
Flavor ProfileMildly sweet, savory
Best UseRoasting, pickling, braising, stews
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Common carton size
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Store in a cool, dry, dark, and well-ventilated place. Do not store near potatoes. Once peeled or cut, store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
To easily peel pearl onions, blanch them in boiling water for 30-60 seconds, then plunge into ice water. The skins should slip off easily.
Roast them with herbs and olive oil for a simple and delicious side dish.
Add them whole to soups and stews for a sweet onion flavor.
Pairs With
Balsamic vinegar
Thyme
Rosemary
Garlic
Pork
Beef
Chicken
Root vegetables
Common Mistakes
Not blanching them before peeling, which can make them very difficult to peel.
Cooking them too long, which can turn them mushy.
Storing them in a sealed plastic bag at room temperature, which can cause spoilage.
Also called
Aliases
- Red Pearl Onionplural
/red-pearl-onion
