The Best Ways to Use Every Type of Onion
Updated: Dec. 12, 2019Not sure what to make with that bag of onions you bought? Try one of these flavorful onion recipes. We have ideas for every variety.
Red Onion
Arguably one of the prettiest veggies you can put on your plate, red onions are known for their vibrant hue and mild-sweet flavor. Try ’em in dishes where they’re the star of the show, such as atop avocado toast, grilled with steak or served raw in a summery salad.
Yellow Onion
Yellow onions are a kitchen staple. And when cooked low and slow, they take on a rich, caramelized taste. Try them in one of these recipes for savory dips, soups or roasts.
White Onion
Often one of the larger, rounder onions on the grocery store shelves, white onions add a strong flavor to any dish. They’re tasty cooked or served raw, and we love them in side dishes, sandwiches or served with a cut of meat.
Sweet Onion
Sweet onions are known for their, well, sweet flavor, and they complement a wide variety of dishes, from stir-fry to salads. They’re also a great choice for making pickled onions!
Shallots
Small yet packed with flavor, shallots add a subtle onion-y flavor to your dishes. They’re a great choice for egg-based recipes, soups and vegetable sides. Their pretty purple hue doesn’t hurt, either!
Green Onions
For a mild, crunchy, so-good-you-can-eat-them-raw taste, pick up a bunch of green onions. They’re the perfect addition to Asian dishes, loaded potatoes, spring salads and more.
French-Fried Onions
These onions aren’t just for grandma’s Thanksgiving casserole. Use a can of the crunchy bits to elevate tenderloin, mashed potatoes, burgers—pretty much anything!
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