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Can I use a red onion if the onion type is not specified?

Asked by nikipedia (28095points) May 16th, 2011

Shrimp risotto, calls for ¾c onion. I have part of a red onion that needs using. Can I toss it in?

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john65pennington's avatar

Sure. It will just give your dish more color and maybe a little more taste.

No one will notice the difference.

If you have any left over, I will be there in 30 minutes to pick it up. jp

WestRiverrat's avatar

sure, @john65pennington beat me to it, almost verbatim.

MyNewtBoobs's avatar

Not only can you do that, you should do that. Mmmm!

AmWiser's avatar

Yes if you don’t mind a stronger onion flavor and the possibilty of a darker colored dish.

Ladymia69's avatar

As the Wiser lady said, red onions will put much more of a strong onion-y flavor to your dish.

WestRiverrat's avatar

If you don’t want too much of the onion flavor, start with half or one third of the onion and taste before adding any more.

nikipedia's avatar

You guys were completely right. This might be the best thing I’ve ever made. I love myself. It’s criminal that I’m single.

augustlan's avatar

I love red onions, and will use them in just about anything. Yum.

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