 Want something new and exciting for dinner? Try these lavender Okinawa sweet potatoes...or the dozens of other exotic and heirloom vegetables we present for your consideration. Photo courtesy of Melissas.com.
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ELIZABET TRAVIS is an Editorial Intern at THE NIBBLE.
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July 2008 |
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Product Reviews / Main Nibbles / Vegetables
A Glossary Of Exotic & Heirloom Vegetables
Page 11: Exotic & Heirloom Onion Types
CAPSULE REPORT: This is Page 11 of a 15-page glossary of a glossary of exotic and heirloom vegetables. Click on the black links below to see other pages.
We’ll continue to add to this selection of onion types.
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Chinese Leek
Also known as Chinese chive, the Chinese leek has a delicate garlic-chive flavor. It can be chopped and prepared in a variety of dishes, but is best tempura-fried or grilled whole.
Available year-round. |
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Cippolini Onion
A flat Italian pearl onion with a solid white flesh and sweet, mild flavor. It is traditionally served roasted or baked, but also works well on kebabs. A classic Italian recipe is to glaze them with balsamic vinegar as part of an antipasto (shown at right).
Available year-round. |
Cippoline glazed in balsamic, available from Atalanta1.com. |
Ramp
This plant is also referred to as a wild leek. The entire plant is edible and tastes like a strong combination of onion and garlic. They are extremely popular in the cooking of Quebec and are often fried, but can be adapted to a variety of dishes.
Available March to May. |
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Red Baron Scallion
Bright red from the base to the lower leaves, the red baron scallion is so pretty that it could qualify as an ornamental plant in a garden or a centerpiece. However, it is also pungent and flavorful, and can substitute for green scallions in any dish. |
Seeds available from Parkseed.com. |
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