In Australia, we refer to scallions as shallots whereas spring onions have a large white bulb at the bottom of their rich green leaves. Scallions or green onions are far easier to come by.
Green onions are relatively easy to grow in Australia. Simply cut off the roots and propagate them in some water or plant straight in the ground and watch them grow.
What Are Scallions? Are They Different to Green & Spring Onions?
The great onion debate.
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Lottie Dalziel
Who knew that picking the right onion for your dish could be so hard.
Q: What are scallions?
A: Scallions in Australia are known as spring or green onions. Their scientific name is True scallions or Allium fistulosum which is most commonly categorised as it does not form a bulb. They are one of the most versatile alliums (from the same family as leeks and garlic) as they can be eaten whole, diced, sliced even raw or uncooked!
Scallions have a relatively mild flavour. The root of the stem is more flavoursome and punchy than the tip of their green leaves.