Onion
SCIENTIFIC NAME :
Allium Cepa
MEDICINAL VALUE :
May reduce your chance of heart disease by decreasing your cholesterol and LDL levels in your blood. Onions may lower high blood pressure and even help protect against cancer
NUTRIENT VALUE :
Rich in unsaturated fatty acids and contains arginine and beta-carotene. Excellent source of chromium, high in vitamin C, a good source of dietary fibre, high in vitamin B6 etc.
CULINERY AND OTHER VALUES :
Used in almost every types of food ranging from salads, snacks, curries, chutneys and much more.
GLOSSARY :
- English : Onion
- Tamil : Vaengayam
- Malayalam : Savala
- Telugu : Nirulli / Ullipayalu / Yerra Gaddalu
- Kannada : Ulligadde / Erulli / Neeruli
- Hindi : Pyaz / Dungri / Kanda
- Bengali : Pyajj / Piyaz
- Gujarati : Dungri / Kanda
- Konkani : Sawalo / Piyavu
- Marathi : Kandaa
- Oriya : Piaja
- Punjabi : Pyaz
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Onions are a staple in Kerala dish recipes, adding flavor to countless meals!
Onions are such a versatile ingredient, and this page explains their uses beautifully! I love how it covers the different types and their unique flavors. A must-read for anyone passionate about cooking.
This glossary entry on onions is so informative! It’s amazing to see the different culinary uses highlighted so clearly. Thanks for sharing such useful details.
Onions are truly the heart of so many dishes, and this page does justice to their importance. The breakdown of their types and uses is spot-on!
I appreciate how this page highlights the different varieties of onions and their uses. It’s such a handy guide for both beginners and seasoned cooks!
This glossary entry about onions is a great resource! It’s incredible how such a simple ingredient can have so many types and flavors.
Onions are a staple in my kitchen, and this page perfectly explains why. The insights into their varieties and uses are fantastic!
Thank you so much!
Such a helpful guide to understanding onions better! It’s amazing to see the many ways this humble ingredient can elevate a dish.
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I love the way this page breaks down the varieties of onions and their uses. It’s such a practical and informative read for anyone who loves cooking!
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This glossary entry is a great way to understand onions better. Simple, informative, and a good resource for any food enthusiast.