Description:
- Shape: Round, oval, or flat, depending on the variety.
- Size: Varies widely; typically 5-10 cm in diameter.
- Color: Outer skin can be yellow, white, or red/purple.
- Texture: Smooth, papery outer skin; firm and crisp inner layers.
Nutritional Information (per 100g):
- Calories: 40 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 9.34 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.7 g
- Vitamins: Vitamin C (7.4 mg), Vitamin B6 (0.12 mg), Folate (19 mcg)
- Minerals: Potassium (146 mg), Calcium (23 mg), Magnesium (10 mg), Phosphorus (29 mg)
Flavor and Aroma:
- Taste: Pungent and sharp when raw; becomes sweet and mellow when cooked.
- Aroma: Strong and characteristic due to sulfur compounds like allicin.
