A scallion—also called a green onion—is a mild, fresh-tasting member of the onion family used both raw and cooked.
🌱 What Is a Scallion?
- Long green stalks with a small white bulb
- Much milder than regular onions
- The entire plant is edible (white + green parts)
🧅 Scallion vs Green Onion vs Spring Onion
- Scallion / Green onion: Same thing in most places
- Spring onion: Slightly more mature, with a larger bulb and stronger flavor
🍽️ How Scallions Are Used
- Raw: Salads, garnishes, dips, tacos, ramen
- Cooked: Stir-fries, fried rice, eggs, pancakes
- Grilled or charred: Sweet and smoky
- Sauces: Scallion oil, ginger-scallion sauce
🌿 Flavor Profile
- Fresh, crisp, lightly oniony
- Green tops are milder; white bottoms have more bite
🥗 Storage Tips
- Store in the fridge wrapped in a damp paper towel
- Or stand upright in a jar with a little water (like flowers)
- They also regrow easily—just put the roots in water 🌱
Quick Uses
- Sprinkle on soups or baked potatoes
- Mix into cream cheese or butter
- Add to omelets or scrambled eggs
- Toss into rice or noodle dishes
If you want, I can share:
- A ginger–scallion sauce
- How to regrow scallions at home
- Or recipes where scallions really shine
