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Versatile to be included in both sweet and savoury recipes, onions are the heroes in these five dishes
Onions are a pantry staple in just about any kitchen. Caramelised, grilled, pickled, or fried, the root vegetable is incredibly versatile and adaptable, fit for any cuisine. These five dishes put the spotlight on onions, showing us new, delicious ways to use the simple and underrated ingredient.
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French Onion Provolone Grilled Cheese
Who can resist a good cheese pull? Take your grilled cheese game to the next level by adding the sweetness of onions. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, or if you're feeling peckish in the afternoon, this grilled cheese sandwich adds a little flair to the simple but foolproof sandwich.
Get The Buttered Gnocchi's recipe here.
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Onion Pakoda
These little bites of heaven are crispy, savoury, and oh-so addictive. Seasoned with spices and battered with gram flour or besan batter, the onions are thinly sliced for peak crispiness and ease of consumption.
Get the recipe from Dassana's Veg Recipes here.
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Pa Kimchi (Green Onion Kimchi)
If you're a fan of Korean food, give this pa kimchi dish a try. Made with the same base as regular Napa cabbage kimchi, the green onion kimchi is the perfect accompaniment to Korean barbecued meats and rice.
Get Maangchi's recipe here.
Savoury Onion Tart
Perfect for those who want something simple to execute but complex in flavours, the onion tart is simply tasty and crispy.
Get Tiffani Thiessen's recipe here.
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Sourdough Scallion Pancakes
This recipe puts a sourdough spin on the classic scallion pancake. Enjoy it with chill garlic oil as a snack or a braised pork belly for a full meal.
Get Halicopter Away's recipe here.
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