Onion is a bulb crop produced in
India. It is used in plenty and very popular throughout t
he world. It is one of
the oldest spices known to human race. Its leaves are grassy and long with a
bulb grown underground.
Belonging to
lilly family onions
are of two types; small and big. Generally in Indian cuisines small onion is
used along with mustard seeds for seasoning the curry. Big onion is used for
salads and used in different ways according to the preparation of dishes.
Good amount of sulphur compounds
are present in onion and it acts as an antiseptic.
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For
relief from cough...Have small onion juice with sugar candy.
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In India, this crop is cultivated
mainly in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Orissa, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh. It is also
exported to various countries.
Types of Spices
