scallions

Scallions – The Most Identifiable Onion Variant in Chinese Cuisines

Chinese Scallions recipes are called xiāng cōng recipes. Otherwise called green onions, this is the most popular variety of onions that the Chinese use in their recipes. When talking about easy scallions recipes, the Chinese use scallions in different dishes like stir-fries and grilled dishes. Even, they use scallions for marinating and boiling dishes. The Chinese use this variety of onions because it holds its shape better when cooked and also adds more flavor to the dishes. The Chinese use them in dishes that involve long periods of braising like braised beef stew and duck leg. Also, the Chinese include scallions in their cooking because it is known to strengthen the bones.

To prepare the best scallions recipe, you will have to first wash the scallions thoroughly and should cut them into smaller pieces. You can use a slicer for slicing them into tiny pieces as well. Otherwise, cut in any desired size based on the scallions home recipe that you have planned to prepare. You will be surprised to know that just a cup serving of scallions is packed with the daily recommended vitamin E consumption for adults. Even, it has nearly 25% of the daily value of vitamin C that we need.

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