Qepë
Qepë is the Albanian term for the onion. It refers to the bulb vegetable Allium cepa, cultivated widely for culinary use. Onion belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a cool-season crop that forms a globe-shaped bulb from an underground stem, with hollow, tubular leaves.
There are several varieties by color and flavor, including yellow, red, and white onions. Yellow and white
Cultivation and storage: Onions prefer sunny, cool conditions and well-drained soil. They are started from sets
Nutrition and health: Onions are low in calories and provide vitamin C, B6, and potassium, along with
In Albanian cuisine, qepë serves as a fundamental ingredient for flavor bases, sauces, and meat dishes, and