Whether forming the foundation of a classic mirepoix or caramelized atop a goat cheese tart, onions are a flavorful and essential ingredient across cuisines. KitchenAid® food processors make quick work of chopping, dicing, slicing and mincing onions for a more streamlined process when creating slow roasted chicken, a colorful curry or a hearty bolognese sauce. Read more to learn how you can take on new culinary challenges with this cooking essential.
How to chop, slice, dice and mince onions in a food processor
Food processors are an excellent way to perfect your go-to recipes that require chopped onions. A powerful and versatile tool, they make quick work of these vegetables and allow you to focus on other aspects of your recipes.
- Onions
- A sharp knife
- A cutting board
- KitchenAid® food processor
- A slicing blade, dicing kit or multi-purpose s-blade
Between peeling, slicing, configuring your food processor and running it, this process can take anywhere from 5-10 minutes.
What are other ways to slice, dice, chop or mince onions?
There are other methods for chopping onions, including mandoline slicers, specialized onion chopping devices and, of course, chopping or slicing them by hand. You can also use the Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder attachment for your KitchenAid® stand mixer. One device to avoid is a blender as it will not produce chopped onions, instead pureed ones. This is because blenders don’t generally operate at a speed low enough to achieve the precision necessary for finely chopped onions.
Chopping Onion in a Food Processor
Can you use a food processor to shred onions?
Yes, you can use a food processor to shred onions. Simply peel the onion, cut it into chunks, and then pulse it in the food processor until finely shredded. **What is the best way to prevent tears when shredding onions?**
How can one consume onions?
In the raw version, we consume a greater amount of potassium, calcium and phosphorus. We can think of creative ways to use onions, such as: salt seasoned with onions, pickled, in salads and as an ingredient in guacamole. Consumption of sautéed onions is common in sauces, as an accompaniment to meats, quiches and other dishes. An interesting way is to use it with rice at the time of cooking, to give a special flavor to the main dish. Fried, it can be part of the main course or an appetizer, like the famous onion rings. However, attention: the use of flour for breading and oil for dipping contribute to the increase of cholesterol.
How do you cut shredded onions?
The best way to slice an onion for shredding is to use a sharp knife and make even, consistent cuts. This will ensure that the shredded pieces are uniform in size and shape. **Can I use frozen shredded onions in my recipes?** Yes, you can use frozen shredded onions in your recipes.
How do you cook onions in a food processor?
Step 1: Attach the S-blade inside the working bowl of your food processor. Step 2: Peel and quarter your onion (s). Step 3: Place the onion in your food processor’s working bowl and lock it into place. Lockdown the lid as well. Step 4: Use the “pulse” button 4-7 times, until your onions are as finely chopped as you want them.