DEHYDRATED ORGANIC
PRODUCTS FROM ECUADOR
WHITE ONION
WHITE ONION
HEALTH BENEFICTS
Onion is a source of vitamins and minerals, and thanks to its composition it is rich in natural sugar, vitamins A, B6, C and E, as well as minerals such as sodium, potassium, iron, fiber and folic acid, among others.
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It is one of the foods labeled as natural slimming. An important fact, because the onion is cleansing, antioxidant, diuretic and regulates the proper functioning of the stomach, helping digestion much lighter and easier, as well as eliminating toxins.
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It is not surprising that we find onion as a fundamental ingredient in more than one home remedy from our grandmother's recipe book. This vegetable helps alleviate and combat respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as improves blood circulation.
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For colds or flu, to lower blood pressure, or even as home beauty remedies, onion is a must in our pantry!
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Thanks to the vitamins it contains, it is a natural weapon against aging. And it is that vitamin C and B, as well as sources of folic acid, help combat those dreaded lines of expression. An economical, simple and easy to find solution, with which you will stop those first wrinkles.
NUTRITIONAL TABLE
FORMS OF CONSUMPTION
There are many ways to consume onion, some of them include:
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Raw – Thinly sliced ​​to add flavor and texture to salads, sandwiches, and tacos.
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Cooked: For a milder flavor, onions can be cooked in soups, stews, or stews.
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Caramelized: they can be cooked slowly for a sweet and concentrated flavor, perfect for toppings on burgers, pizzas and salads.
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Roasted: They can be cut into wedges and roasted in the oven until golden brown and soft, to add a smoky flavor to meals.
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Fried: They can be cut into thick slices and deep-fried until golden and crisp, to add flavor to deep-fried dishes.
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In sauce: they can be finely chopped and seasoned with other ingredients to create sauces, such as onion sauce.
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These are just some of the many uses for onion, creativity in the kitchen is the limit.
RECIPES
Caramel Chicken with Onion
Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts
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1/2 cup of brown sugar
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1/4 cup of rice wine
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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2 cups of chopped onion
Mix brown sugar, lemon juice, rice wine, and soy sauce in a bowl.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
Add the chopped onion and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until soft.
Add the brown sugar mixture and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the chicken is covered in a caramelized sauce. Serve hot.
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Baked Turkey with Onion and Herbs
Ingredients
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1 whole turkey
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1 cup of chopped onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
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1/4 cup of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a bowl, mix the onion, garlic, fresh herbs, olive oil, salt and pepper.
Place the turkey on a baking sheet and top with the onion mixture.
Bake for 2 hours and 30 minutes or until turkey is cooked. Serve hot.
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Steamed Fish with Onion
Ingredients
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4 fish fillets (you choose the species)
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2 cups of chopped onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon grated ginger
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1/4 cup of fish broth
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2 tablespoons of sesame oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Heat a pot with water until it boils.
On a steaming tray, place the fish fillets and top with minced onion, garlic, ginger, fish stock, sesame oil, salt and pepper.
Put the tray in the pot with boiling water and close the lid.
Cook for 8-10 minutes or until fish is cooked. Serve hot.
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Grilled Pork Ribs with Onion and Ginger
Beef with Onion and Mushrooms
Ingredients
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1 kg of pork ribs
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1/4 cup chopped onion
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2 tablespoons grated ginger
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
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2 tablespoons of honey
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
In a bowl, mix the onion, ginger, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Rub the mixture over the pork ribs and leave them to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Place ribs on grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side or until done. Serve hot.
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Ingredients
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1 kg of beef (you can use any type of cut)
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2 cups of chopped onion
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1 cup of chopped mushrooms
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup of red wine
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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•Salt and pepper to taste
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until browned. Remove the meat from the pan and reserve.
Add onion, mushrooms, garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes or until soft.
Add the red wine and dried thyme. Let cook for one more minute.
Add the beef back to the pan. Let cook over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes or until meat is tender and cooked through. Serve hot.
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Vegetarian Onion Soup
Ingredients
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2 cups of chopped onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup of chopped potato
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1 cup of chopped carrot
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1 cup of frozen peas
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4 cups of vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon of dried oregano
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes or until soft.
Add the potatoes, carrots, peas, vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat and cook over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes or until vegetables are soft. Serve hot.
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Vegetarian Curry with Onion
Ingredients
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2 cups of chopped onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup of chopped potato
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1 cup of chopped carrot
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1 cup of cooked chickpeas
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1 cup of chopped tomato
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1 tablespoon curry powder
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1 tablespoon grated ginger
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2 cups of vegetable broth
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes or until soft.
Add the potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, tomato, curry, ginger, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
Let cook for 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and the curry is cooked. Serve hot with rice.
You can accompany it with rice.
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