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Lebanon: Aromatics


A base for most of the world's cuisines. Lebanon has no surprises here, unlike their herbs and spices. But we won't underappreciate these aromatics.

Onion

Onion

Topping this list are onions. Red onions span the cuisine of the middle-east, northern Africa, and India. Check out onion's "Love Affairs".

Shallot

Shallot

Shallots may be cooked whole, oven roasted or finely chopped to season "Vinaigrette Dressings". Check out shallot's "Love Affairs".

Scallion

Scallion

Also called spring onions or green onions, these alliums have a sweet, delicate onion flavor. Enjoy thin scallions raw in grain and raw vegetable salads. Check out scallion's "Love Affairs".

Garlic

Garlic

Loved around the world for it's pungent flavor that works with every cuisine without exception. Thinly sliced, finely chopped, smashed, or put through a garlic press and used either raw, sautéed, or roasted. Check out garlic's "Love Affairs".

Fennel Bulb

Fennel Bulb

For a kick of licorice, add some finely chopped fennel buld to your broths, soups, and stews. Check out fennel's "Love Affairs".