Description:
Green onions are young shoots of bulb onions, and are milder tasting than large bulb onions. They have a small, not fully developed white bulb end with long green stalks. Both parts are edible. Scallions are considered younger than a green onion because they should not have a bulb, while green onions should have a miniature bulb.
How to select:
Choose green onions with crisp, bright green tops and a firm white base.
Use:
In salads, stir-fries, omelettes or sandwich fillings
How to store:
Remove any rubber bands or damaged leaves, wrap in a plastic bag and store in the vegetable crisper section of the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Store away from odour-sensitive foods such as corn and mushrooms, which will absorb the odour of the onions.
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