Onion (Yellow) - 1kg
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HK$28.00
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Original price
HK$28.00
Original price
HK$28.00
HK$28.00
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HK$28.00
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HK$28.00
Onions are a staple vegetable that is a must have in a kitchen. It is used in almost any culture's cuisine and it is also an umami booster. They can be baked, boiled, grilled, fried, roasted, sautéed, powdered, or eaten raw.
If you feel like some sugar is missing from the cooking dish, try throwing in onions! An onion is a better replacement for processed or natural sugars. A natural sweetener packed with nutrients.
Did You Know?
They are also exceptional at taking out smell and a natural disinfectant. Consider leaving leftover onions in the fridge overnight, you will realise the weird smell is gone by the next morning.
Why Are They Good For You?
Onions may have several health benefits, mostly due to their high content of antioxidants and sulfur-containing compounds.
They have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and have been linked to a reduced risk of cancer, lower blood sugar levels, and improved bone health.
They have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and have been linked to a reduced risk of cancer, lower blood sugar levels, and improved bone health.
We all know that we should be eating the color of the rainbow. But why?
Every single color in the plant has its unique micro nutrient called phytochemical. Phyto comes from Greek word (φυτόν) meaning 'plant' and these are the natural components produced by plants, generally to help them resist fungi, bacteria and plant virus infections, and also consumption by insects and other animals. Some phytochemicals have been used as poisons and others as traditional medicine. It is that powerful.
These brightly colored veggies not only have the powerful health benefits but can also add color, fun and flavors to your table!
These brightly colored veggies not only have the powerful health benefits but can also add color, fun and flavors to your table!
Nutritional information of Onions
Raw onions are very low in calories, with only 40 calories per 3.5 ounces (100 grams).
By fresh weight, they are 89% water, 9% carbs, and 1.7% fiber, with tiny amounts of protein and fat.
The main nutrients in 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of raw onions are:
Calories: 40
Water: 89%
Protein: 1.1 grams
Carbs: 9.3 grams
Sugar: 4.2 grams
Fiber: 1.7 grams
Fat: 0.1 grams
(source: healthline.com)
Produce of: Australia