What makes garlic and onion bulbs special that makes them so good to cook with? Is there a reason other than taste that stops me from trying to cook with all the different species of bulbs?

Question

What makes garlic and onion bulbs special that makes them so good to cook with? Is there a reason other than taste that stops me from trying to cook with all the different species of bulbs?

In: Biology

Answer 1

They have a lot of sweetness but it’s balanced with it’s pungency and acidity. It helps to establish a rich base flavor to build upon with the rest of the ingredients.