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	The onion is one of the most fundamental and universally used ingredients in global cooking. As a member of the allium family, it provides a crucial aromatic base for countless soups, stews, sauces, and stir-fries.		The onion is one of the most fundamental and universally used ingredients in global cooking. As a member of the allium family, it provides a crucial aromatic base for countless soups, stews, sauces, and stir-fries.

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The onion is one of the most fundamental and universally used ingredients in global cooking. As a member of the allium family, it provides a crucial aromatic base for countless soups, stews, sauces, and stir-fries.

== Origin ==
Onions are believed to have originated in Central Asia, where they have been cultivated for over 5,000 years. Their durability and long shelf life made them a staple food for ancient civilizations, eventually spreading across the globe through trade routes.

== Common Varieties ==
There are several distinct varieties of onions, each suited for different culinary applications:
* '''[[Ingredient:Yellow_onion|Yellow Onion]]:''' The standard workhorse, perfect for caramelizing and cooking down into a rich base.
* '''[[Ingredient:Sweet_onion|Sweet Onion]]:''' Milder and less pungent, excellent for onion rings or eating raw.
* '''[[Ingredient:White_onion|White Onion]]:''' Sharp and crisp, a staple in Mexican cuisine and fresh salsas.
* '''[[Ingredient:Red_onion|Red Onion]]:''' Vibrant and slightly spicy, commonly used raw in salads, sandwiches, and for pickling.
* '''[[Ingredient:Shallot|Shallot]]:''' Small and elongated with a sophisticated, garlicky-onion flavor beloved in French cooking.

== Nutritional Information ==
''Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving of raw, generic onion.''

{| class="wikitable"
! Nutrient !! Amount
|-
| '''Calories''' || 40 kcal
|-
| '''Protein''' || 1.1 g
|-
| '''Total Fat''' || 0.1 g
|-
| '''Saturated Fat''' || 0.0 g
|-
| '''Carbohydrates''' || 9.3 g
|-
| '''Sodium''' || 4 mg
|}

== See Also ==
* [[Ingredient:Yellow_onion]]
* [[Ingredient:Sweet_onion]]
* [[Ingredient:White_onion]]
* [[Ingredient:Red_onion]]
* [[Ingredient:Shallot]]

[[Category:Ingredients]]
[[Category:Vegetables]]
[[Category:Alliums]]

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