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There are a lot of different tips out there for chopping onions efficiently and without tears.
Today I thought I'd share my tried and true method.
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First of all, I have found that standing at my counter between an open window and the stove exhaust fan is the best place to chop onions. The open window causes a draft that directs
the onion fumes out through the exhaust fan
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I always start by cutting off both ends of the onion, I cut the onion in half from stem to root.
The onion skin is then easier to remove.
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I cut it lengthwise into strips, holding the onion together with my fingers,
then if I want diced onions, I hold the slices together,
turn the cut onion 45 degrees and cut it the other way forming a dice.
then if I want diced onions, I hold the slices together,
turn the cut onion 45 degrees and cut it the other way forming a dice.
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As you can see from this picture, I have printed the word ONION with permanent marker on one side of my cutting board.
In dedicating one side of a cutting board to onion I avoid having the onion taste transfer itself to the milder fruits and nuts I might need a chopping board for later..
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Just a few tips on a Saturday morning. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your day.