Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute released chives in 2017, an alternative to garlic and onion Dhaka Tribune'This spice can replace onion or garlic in times of need as it has a similar taste profile'Scientists of the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI) are hoping that chives can be used as an alternative to garlic and onion. Another benefit of chives is that the whole plant, leaves, stalk and green flower, can be used as a spice. It is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B-1, Vitamin B-2, Niacin, Carotene, and other minerals. Now, import dependence can be reduced if chives are used as an alternative. Dr Shoilendra Nath Majumdar, chief scientist of the Spices Research Centre at BARI said: “Chives are an ideal spice to replace onion and garlic in cooking, and it is even healthier.

Source: Dhaka Tribune November 18, 2019 18:11 UTC