How do you cut onions into rounds?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you cut onions into rounds?
2. What does it mean to cut an onion quartered?
3. Should I peel an onion?
4. What part of onions make you cry?
5. Does cooking onions make you cry?

How do you cut onions into rounds?

0:070:41How to Cut Onion Rings with Martha Stewart - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPlace the onion on a cutting board flat side down cut crosswise to desired thickness slice thicklyMorePlace the onion on a cutting board flat side down cut crosswise to desired thickness slice thickly for onion rings and thinly for salad.

What does it mean to cut an onion quartered?

If cutting into quarters, trim off the stem and root ends. Peel off the dry, papery outer skin and also the next layer if it is damaged or beginning to shrivel. The onion half is then ready to be quartered, sliced, or chopped. Cutting Onions - Quarters and Slices. Cutting into Round Slices.

Should I peel an onion?

Before you chop, cut off the top of the onion and remove the skin. Unless you're making rings or grating, it's easier to peel the onion after you chop it in half from stem to root. Keep the root intact. We'll say it again: Always cut away from your fingers!

What part of onions make you cry?

Onions also contain an enzyme called synthase. When you cut into an onion, the synthase reacts with the sulfur to create a chemical compound called syn-Propanethial S-oxide. This compound is volatile and creates a gas that floats up to your eyes and triggers your lachrymal gland—the gland that produces tears.

Does cooking onions make you cry?

Onions produce the chemical irritant known as syn-Propanethial-S-oxide. It stimulates the eyes' lachrymal glands so they release tears. Scientists used to blame the enzyme allinase for the instability of substances in a cut onion.