Onions that have sprouted roots at home
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Question
We store onions in the attic where there is some soil, and sometimes the onions start to sprout roots. Is it permissible to use them on Shabbat?
Answer
Hello Rabbi,
It is forbidden to take onions from soil or earth if they have started to sprout roots, even if it is a small amount of soil or earth and they are inside the house. Even on weekdays, one must be cautious with such onions due to the concern of worms and thoroughly wash each layer with water.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 336, סעיף 12).
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