Chopping onions can cause tearing, but several techniques can help reduce this effect. One method involves dipping fingers in olive oil and rubbing it on the knife before chopping. Other tips include rubbing hands with lemon juice to remove odors, using stainless steel to neutralize smells, or simply placing a dish of water near the onions to absorb irritating sulfur compounds. These simple tricks can make the process of cutting onions less emotional and more efficient, and should be part of standard kitchen training.
When chopping onions, get a little ramekin and fill it with olive oil. Dip two fingers in the oil and rub the knife with them.
To get that onion smell off your hands, rub your hands with lemon juice. If you start crying while cutting onions, stick your head in the freezer.
Rub your fingertips on the flat of a knife, or any stainless steel object, to remove onion or garlic smells.
To stop your eyes from watering, put a little dish of water or a wet paper towel right by the cutting board when chopping onions.
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