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Cebollita: Sweet, Tender, Grill-Ready
The classic bulb onion built for the asador.
A CARNE ASADA ESSENTIAL
Cebollita, the Onion Made for the Grill
Cebollitas are young, tender bulb onions with slender green tops, prized for grilling whole alongside meats at any classic Latin American cookout. Their mild sweetness deepens with a char, making them a beloved side to carne asada. At Latin Specialties, we source cebollitas for consistent quality and freshness, bunch after bunch.
Sweet, tender, and grill-ready—cebollita is a cookout essential.
Cebollitas,Grilled Whole and Carne Asada Tacos
Sweet, tender and made for the grill.
Grilled side recipe
Cebollitas Asadas (Grilled Spring Onions)
Whole bulb onions charred on the grill with lime and salt: the classic side of any carne asada.
Ingredients
- 12 Latin Specialties Cebollita, roots trimmed
- 2 tbsp oil
- Coarse salt
- Juice of 1 Latin Specialties Lime
- Salsa and warm tortillas, to serve
Method
- Heat a grill or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Brush the cebollitas with oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Grill for 8 to 10 minutes, turning, until the bulbs are tender and the green tops are charred.
- Squeeze lime over them and serve hot.
TipLeave some of the green stem on: it chars nicely and is part of the pleasure.
From Field to Your Table
Sourcing
Trusted growers deliver consistent, quality cebollita
Quality & Safety
Strict specs, traceability, and cold-chain stewardship ensure quality.
Ripeness Handling
Harvested young and tender for the best flavor on the grill.
Packaging & Formats
Bunched, bagged, or custom program packs.
On-Time Delivery
Reliable logistics to keep your supply flowing.