Currently many strategies have been developed with the purpose of reducing the amount of food waste, which is alarming mainly in Brazil.
According to EMBRAPA, onion is the most widespread condiment vegetable around the world. In its composition there are micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals.
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The benefits of onion come from properties related to its nutrients. Contains vitamin A, C and E, so it is a potent antioxidant. It also has minerals like selenium and sulfur. In this way, it fights premature aging and improves immunity.
Surely you know the function of onion as a seasoning, salad ingredient and even some snacks. On the other hand, do you know what to do with onion skins? Have you thought about adding them to your preparations?
A good reason to make this increase is that the skin of the onion has a component called quercetin, recognized for antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Without further ado, discover now a way to fully enjoy this vegetable through your tea.
Tea recipe using onion skins
This tea is useful for alleviating flu and cold symptoms, such as cough and sore throat, it also minimizes water retention thanks to its diuretic effect, which increases the volume of urine.
Anthocyanin is a pigment present in some vegetables and recognized as a bioactive compound due to its anti-inflammatory action. The onion peel is rich in this substance, that is, its tea also has an anti-inflammatory effect.
Preparation
First of all, clean the onion to remove dirt and microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria and viruses. The ratio of the mixture to sanitize is 1:1, a tablespoon of sodium hypochlorite or bleach to a liter of water.
Prepare the mixture, place the peels and wait for about 10 minutes. Then wash in running water.
For the preparation you will need the following ingredients: water and husks of one onion.
Method of preparation:
Boil approximately 200 ml of water (one cup) in a pan and add the skins of an onion.
Turn off the heat and then leave the pan covered and wait about 10 minutes (more or less the time needed to warm the tea).
Transfer the tea to a cup of your choice and, ready, just consume.
If you want to sweeten, use sugar or honey, but in moderation; approximately one teaspoon.
Finally, when you want to make more tea, just double or triple the proportions of the ingredients.
