Peeled Onion Storage & Quick Mellowing Method
How to Store Bulk Peeled Onions & Remove Their Pungency in Just 10 Minutes!
Discover simple and fast methods for storing peeled onions and eliminating their sharp, pungent flavor! Perfect for busy cooks.
Key Ingredient
- Onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Did you buy a large quantity of onions? Or perhaps you need to peel and store many at once? This method will show you how to keep your peeled onions fresh and ready to use.
Step 2
First, carefully peel the outer skin off the onions. It’s best to leave the root end intact, without trimming it off. Leaving the root end helps to reduce moisture loss, which keeps the onions fresher for longer.
Step 3
Now, wrap each peeled onion individually with plastic wrap or place them in sealed plastic bags. The goal is to minimize direct contact with air. This wrapping method is highly effective for maintaining the onion’s freshness.
Step 4
Place the individually wrapped peeled onions in the refrigerator. Stored this way, your peeled onions can stay fresh for over a month! Remember, the key is to seal them tightly to prevent air from getting in.
Step 5
Now, let’s learn how to quickly remove the pungent flavor from onions. Often, the sharp taste can make raw onions unappealing for certain dishes. But with this technique, you can eliminate that sharpness in just 10 minutes! First, slice the onion into bite-sized pieces. You can thinly slice them or cut them into strips, whichever you prefer.
Step 6
Rinse the sliced onions briefly under cold running water. This quick rinse helps to wash away some of the surface compounds that contribute to the onion’s sharp bite.
Step 7
Place the rinsed onions in a clean bowl and fill it with cold water. Add about 1-2 tablespoons of vinegar and 1/2 tablespoon of sugar to the water (you can adjust these amounts to your preference). Let them soak for about 10 minutes, then drain. You’ll be amazed at how much milder the onion’s flavor becomes! They’ll be perfect for stir-fries or salads. It’s incredibly simple, isn’t it?
