Chives

Chives are a herbaceous plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, known for their thin green stems and mild flavor reminiscent of onion but more delicate and fresh. It is a widely used ingredient in cooking to add an aromatic and colorful touch to salads, soups, sauces, egg dishes, and numerous stews.

Native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia, chives are cultivated worldwide due to their easy adaptation and rapid growth. In gastronomy, their use is very popular in Asian, European, and Latin American cuisine.

Among their properties, chives stand out for being rich in vitamins A and C, in addition to containing antioxidants and sulfur compounds that may help improve digestion and strengthen the immune system. Furthermore, they are very low in calories, making them ideal for healthy diets.

In different Latin American countries, chives are also known as green onions, long onions, Chinese leeks, or simply Chinese onions. These names may vary by region, but they all refer to this same fresh and versatile ingredient.