That's not the first time I've read that, but it hasn't been my experience. I've found red onions to be spicier, and the flavor lingers way longer than yellow onions. I much prefer yellow to red(purple).
Hmm. I don't remember anyone commenting on red versus yellow onions. Some onions are called sweet, in particular Maui Sweet Onions, which I don't buy because they cost more than other yellow onions. To me, yellow onions taste much more intense than red onions. Red onions taste sweet to me. For frying, I always reach for yellow, not red, but in a sandwich, I prefer red. The sweetness is welcome. Yellow onions flavor to me are overpowering relative to red, so in a sandwich, red is more apt to work.
I'm getting the impression that different people can have much different experiences eating the same food and I think there's more than experience and personality and memories and associations involved. Genetics plays a role. A lot of people can't stand cilantro but it's very popular. I think that's because of genetic variation(s).
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You are absolutely right! The strong dislike for cilantro experienced by some people, who often describe it as tasting like soap, is thought to have a genetic basis
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Red onions
are generally considered to be
more intense than yellow onions.
Here's why:
- Flavor profile: Red onions have a sharper, more pungent taste compared to the milder, sweeter flavor of yellow onions.
- Raw intensity: When eaten raw, red onions offer a more pronounced "onion-y" bite. This makes them ideal for raw applications like salads, salsas, and sandwiches, where you want a noticeable onion kick.
- Sulfur content: Yellow onions contain higher sulfur content, which contributes to a sharper initial bite when raw but mellows out as they cook. Red onions, while also containing sulfur, tend to have a higher sugar content, leading to a balance of astringent and sweet flavors, especially when used raw in dishes like salads where they can marinate.
In summary: If you're looking for a stronger, more assertive onion flavor, especially when used raw,
red onions are the more intense choice.
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Yes, raw I prefer red onions. For frying, yellow. Or cooking in general, although I'll use either on pizza.