BROWN ONION	VEGETABLES - KNOW YOUR VEG

This is the most widely used onion. With its a pungent aroma and strong flavour it is a good all-round onion. Choose firm, blemish-free onions and avoid any that have green shoots.

How To Use Brown Onion

Brown onions are usually served cooked and are used in a wide range of dishes where a distinctive onion flavour is required including casseroles, liver and onions, sauces, gravies, soups, pies, pizzas and curries.

How To Prepare Brown Onion

Cut a thin slice from the top of the onion. Peel the skin away and remove any soft outer layers. Hold the onion by the root and slice or cut in half and chop into even-sized pieces.

How To Cook Brown Onion

Onions can be fried or steamed. To fry, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan, add the prepared onion and cook for 5 - 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender. To steam, place whole, peeled onions or sliced onions in a steamer. Cook whole onions for 40 - 50 minutes and sliced onions for 15 - 20 minutes.

How To Store Brown Onion

Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.

The information and images for this article have come from www.thinkvegetables.co.uk. It provides full information on all the main vegetables available on the UK market including nutritional information and delicious recipes. The site is a service provided by Mack Vegetables, one of the largest and most successful suppliers of fresh vegetables in the UK, serving a wide range of customers from caterers to major multiples. You can find out more about Mack by visiting the website at www.mwmack.co.uk