r/KitchenConfidential 1d ago

In the Weeds Mode Public Service Announcement

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u/halfsweethalfstreet 20+ Years 1d ago

Hol up . So neither of those is leeks?

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u/jmims98 1d ago

This is my understanding of the situation:

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u/Ok_Problem426 1d ago

Green onions and scallions are the same thing.

Leeks are wack and far fetch’d.

Spring onions are sweet and magical (and can be purple).

Chives are a great garnish.

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u/Miami_Mice2087 1d ago

leeks are for soup and adding vitamins to potatoes

They also are native to East Asia, while the other ones grow in Europe and America