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The smallest edible onion is the wild onion. It is a perennial bulbous plant, the only member of the genus Allium. In Bulgaria it is also known as salad onion, Siberian onion, noodle, shives and chives. His homeland is uncertain. It is widespread in Europe as well as in Asia and North America.
Chives have been used as a spice in many dishes for many years. It can be found in almost every store. It is also easy to grow both in the garden and as a potted plant.
The plant is preferred over other types of onions, as it tolerates its development and blooms until late autumn. It reaches a height of 50 cm. It is extremely fragrant, but has a delicate taste. The plant forms dense tufts of thin leaves and flowering stems with delicate beautiful purple inflorescences.
The flowers of wild onions are pale purple, gathered in six petals. During flowering they are not only beautiful but also with a pleasant aroma. This makes them perfect for decorations in the garden or in pots on the ledge.
Wild onion leaves are mainly used in cooking. They are used to decorate soups and salads. Most often they are added last, as they are ideal for a stylish finish to any dish. In addition, it can easily replace ordinary onions in any recipe.
The deepest use of wild onions in the cuisine of Sweden and France. There is evidence of its use in cookbooks from 1806. In them, an unknown author describes how it was added to soups, fish and even pancakes and sandwiches.
Apart from its culinary qualities, wild onion should be present in dishes as a rich source of vitamins and minerals. Its healing properties are similar to those of garlic, although to a lesser extent.
It contains organic compounds that have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system. The intake of green leaves has an antiseptic, diuretic and stimulating effect on the whole body.
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