Every Onion Explained

Not all onions are the same — and most people have only met one or two of the 14 types that exist. In this video, we break down every major onion variety — from the everyday yellow onion to rare regional gems most people have never heard of. Learn why white onions are preferred raw in Mexican cooking, why red onions turn brown when cooked, and what makes a Vidalia so impossibly sweet (hint: it's all in the soil). We cover: Yellow onion — the kitchen workhorse and why it's actually dozens of varieties White onion — sharper bite, but it fades fast Red onion — why it must stay raw Vidalia & Walla Walla — legally protected sweetness Spring onion, green onion & scallion — what's actually the difference? Shallot — closer to garlic than you think Pearl onion — permanently small by design Cipollini — the flat shape that caramelizes better Egyptian walking onion — the onion that literally moves across your garden Potato onion, Cévennes sweet onion, Rocambole & more Whether you're a home cook trying to pick the right onion for your recipe, or just someone who loves going deep on food history and botany — this one's for you. Like and subscribe for more deep dives into everyday ingredients you thought you already knew. #onions #cookingtips #foodscience #kitchenbasics #vegetables #onionvarieties #foodhistory #cookinghacks #whattocook #ingredientguide