How can I reduce the bitterness of onions? [duplicate]

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Sometimes onions are too much better and can't use for salad. Then what should I do for reducing onions bitterness?



Best Answer

Although I've never encountered bitter onions, if something is bitter the best thing to do is counteract the bitterness with more sugar.

If you're eating them raw I would recommend mixing sugar and lemon juice in a bowl and mixing with the onions and leave for about 20 minutes. The sugar balances out the bitterness and the lemon juice helps to take away from the "rawness" of the onions, as well as adding flavour to mask any bitterness.




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How do you fix onion bitterness?

Take a bowl big enough to completely sub-merge Onions in water. Now soak the Onions in water for about 30 minutes before serving. The water will steal away the bitterness.

How do you stop raw onion repeating on you?

Their health benefits are worth it, and it's possible to counteract their smelly effect.
  • Eat produce like apples, spinach, or mint. ...
  • Brush and floss after eating. ...
  • Use a chlorine dioxide mouthwash. ...
  • Use essential oils. ...
  • Try tongue cleaners. ...
  • Stay hydrated. ...
  • Drink green tea. ...
  • Chew spearmint gum.


  • Why do you soak onions in milk?

    The challenge with onion rings is making the coating stick to the onions so you get both onion and crisp outer shell in every bite. The solution is a good soak in viscous buttermilk, which helps the flour and cornmeal coating adhere.

    Why do my cooked onions taste bitter?

    Chopping onions is usually associated with watery and stinging eyes. But after the onions are diced and the tears are dried, the vegetable pieces can sometimes develop an unpleasant bitter taste.




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