By Titilayo Kupoliyi
Onion is one of the essential vegetables used for cooking in homes.
Onion called Alubosa in Yoruba, Albasa in Hausa and known as Yabasi among the Igbos, is commonly used in every dish, while some eat it raw.
Whichever way this vegetable is consumed, it serves its purpose in the body.
In recent times, onion has been adopted for some cosmetics purposes.
For instance, it is used as a face mask, and hair steamer, among others.
As applicable to other crops, there are times when some commodities are scarce, become expensive and not within the reach of the reach of the common man.
In the last two months, the price of onions has gone up, ranging from 500 naira per one for a medium size.
At this festive period, it is essential to note that there are alternatives to onion which are more affordable.
These substitutes include shallots, leeks, garlic, chives, scallions, pearl onions, onion powder and garlic powder.
One or two of the above can be combined depending on the dish.
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