White vs. Red Onions: What’s the Difference?

Here are some of the major differences between red and white onions based on their flavor, use, size, and more.

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These onions have a reddish-purple color on the outside, and the inner is mostly white with a purple outline.

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white onion

These onions are white from the inside and outside, with a thin outer skin. Most cuisines from Europe and Mexico use white onions in their cuisines.

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Asian countries prefer to use red onions when making traditional curries.

White onions have a strong flavor and are mainly used in general cooking and flavorful salads.

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Although the white and red onions may differ in terms of their colors, they also vary in terms of their use, texture, and flavor.

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