How to Use scallion in a Sentence

scallion

noun
  • Squeeze the juice of the lemon halves onto the pan and stir to combine with the scallions.
    Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 14 May 2023
  • Add most of the diced scallion and give the mixture a few lazy stirs.
    Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 7 Aug. 2022
  • When the oil is hot, add the spring onions or scallions and garlic.
    Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Top with the reserved scallions, and serve with steamed rice.
    The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2023
  • The green gets tossed with a smoky charred scallion vinaigrette that works as a bed for cod.
    Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2022
  • Return the skillet to medium-high and add the scallion whites and the garlic.
    Christopher Kimball, USA TODAY, 23 Jan. 2023
  • Sub in baby kale for the spinach, and try scallions instead of red onions.
    Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Measure out 1/2 cup of the scallion greens and set aside for garnish.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2023
  • The bones are grilled and used to make a stock with kombu, ginger and scallion for the porridge.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2024
  • There’s a lady with a cart in Taipei who makes scallion pancakes in front of you.
    Laura Manske, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
  • Off heat, toss in the scallions, then season with salt and pepper.
    Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Cut white and light green parts of each scallion into 2-inch pieces; set aside.
    Staff Author, Peoplemag, 5 Aug. 2023
  • It’s buoyed by the savory scallion oil and blitzed to a creamy texture that clings to each noodle.
    Hana Asbrink, Bon Appétit, 3 Aug. 2022
  • Transfer to a medium bowl and add the scallions and garlic.
    Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Hot sauce and herbs: That little bit of acid from the hot sauce and the cilantro and scallions help brighten—and lighten—the dish’s heavy of the eggs, meat, and cheese.
    Julia Levy, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2024
  • The meat is added to sweet potatoes and mushrooms served alongside eggs and scallion pesto.
    Ben Jarrell, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Add the soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil and scallion.
    Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
  • For the filling, a creamy and smoky sauce combines with cooked chicken, black beans, scallions, and rice.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2023
  • The scallion noodles, a portion big enough for two, was smoky, saucy and herbacious ($10).
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2022
  • Top everything with scallion greens and chopped fresh cilantro, and serve.
    Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Rabe furikake and charred scallion crema finish off one of the best dishes on the menu.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2024
  • To balance out the rich flavor of the chicken, the taco is topped with pickled onions, cilantro and a bright ginger and scallion sauce.
    Kat Thompson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Create a ring of scallion mixture inside the cheese, followed by a ring of beans.
    People Staff, Peoplemag, 27 Sep. 2022
  • When ready to serve, garnish with the remaining scallion greens.
    Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 3 Nov. 2022
  • Dollop with sour cream, and sprinkle with scallions and cilantro.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2023
  • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with scallion greens.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 16 May 2022
  • Thinly slice 2 inches of dark green parts from each scallion and set aside.
    Tina Martinez, Good Housekeeping, 16 June 2023
  • Add red pepper and scallions and cook for three minutes.
    USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2023
  • Add the fennel, scallions and parsley, then toss to combine.
    Christopher Kimball, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2023
  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the water, mushrooms, if using, and the white and light green scallion slices.
    Washington Post, 30 Dec. 2021

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