How to avoid crying when cutting onions

Lucía Mézquita

Onion has a high sulfur content, which causes this element to become lighter and more volatile when handled; and since our eyes are sensitive to this substance, we produce tears to mitigate the burning sensation. If you want to know how to avoid crying when cutting onions, follow these tips.

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The simplest and easiest trick is to have a spray bottle on hand and frequently spray the area where you are cutting the onion. This will humidify the environment and make the reaction more subtle.
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Before cutting, try wetting the onion with cold water.
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Another option is to place a bowl of water next to you to keep the environment moist.
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Put the onions in the refrigerator and/or freezer a few minutes before cutting them.
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Another tip is to wet the blade of the knife with vinegar before cutting the onion.
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You can also light a candle and place it near where you are chopping, or turn on the stove extractor and stand underneath it.
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Other people suggest placing part of the onion peel on your head while chopping.
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Another suggestion is to chop the onion inside a bowl of water.
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Grandmothers say that if you have a piece of wood in your mouth, like a toothpick or a match, your eyes won't water.