What to Eat with Chives
Chives are a great addition to cream cheese, sour cream, potatoes, salads and seafood. They can also be a fantastic garnish or be sprinkled into soups and stews.When to Add Chives
Chives are the most mild of the onion family so add them last to whatever you're cooking to preserve flavor. Chives are also best served raw because cooking them can lessen their subtle taste. Chefs will sometimes use chives to replace scallions if they are looking for a less pungent flavor.How to Prepare Chives
- Rinse the chives with cool water before adding them to food.
- Pat them dry with a paper towel or wait for them to air dry.
- Take some of the chives in your hand and make sure they all line up on one end.
- Cut the chives in tiny pieces using kitchen scissors. They should be about 1/8 inch in width.
- Add them to any dish you desire.
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About Chives
Chives are the smallest species of edible onions and provide a vital culinary use as a flavoring herb. They can be added to dishes as an ingredient or as garnish, perfecting soups, sandwiches and seafood. Chives can be found year-round in most markets and can be stored up to one week in a refrigerator.
