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Also call:
Garlic Chives, Onion Chives, Rush Leeks
 | DESCRIPTION
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The chives is a small relative of the
onion and garlic family. Onion chives has a round tubular leaves and
can grow up to 40cm when matures with the aroma flavour of an onion.
The Garlic chives has flat plump leaves with blades like a grass and has a
mild garlic aroma flavour.
| HISTORY AND ORIGIN
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The Chinese has used chives in about
300BC and there are known in Mediterranean lands before Christian times.
| BUYING AND STORAGE
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Select fresh chives in bunches that are
not wilted or dry. Store base of chives in water for use within 4-5
days.
| PREPARATION AND USE
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Chives are chopped finely and use as a
garnish, sauces, soups, salads and dips.
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