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Echalion
Shape and external appearance
Oblong shape.
Properties
Contains specific sulfurous substances that have beneficial properties for the cardiovascular system. Very good source of vitamin C and B, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc and fiber. Digestive and slightly duiric.
Caliber
From 20 to more than 50 cm in diameter.
Scientific and botanical name
Allium cepa L. (Cepa group)
Coloring
Color of the shallot.
Origin & Culture
Created in the central region and Poitou. Initially called elongated onions of Poitou.
Smell
No smell.
Preparation advice
Can be eaten like shallots and onions, raw or cooked.
Texture
No smell.
Home preservation
Keeps dry.
Flavor
A subtle blend of shallot and onion, slightly oniony.
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Août (8)
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Novembre (11)
Décembre (12)
Our recipes based on this product
Packaging available for this product
Filet, Sacs, Colis carton, Colis bois
The seasonality of the product
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Janvier (1)
Février (2)
Mars (3)
Avril (4)
Mai (5)
Juin (6)
Août (8)
Septembre (9)
Octobre (10)
Novembre (11)
Décembre (12)
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