Suggested uses

Basic prep

Storage & handling

Store in cool, dry place.

Ingredients

Minced onion.

Our Toasted Minced Onion is the perfect, subtle way to add the flavor of onion to a recipe, fast. The onion, or "Allium cepa," is a biennial plant that is commonly grown as an annual. Popular in almost every cuisine, this bulbous vegetable has been cultivated for at least 7,000 years. Traces of onion remains have been found in ruins of Bronze Age settlements, and it is believed that onions were cultivated in ancient Egypt, alongside leeks and garlic, two other members of the allium family.

Onions are often used to add a savory back note and a distinct, pungent flavor to a dish or sauce. When caramelized, their flavor is deep and satisfyingly sweet. They can also be eaten raw, pickled or used to make chutneys and jams. They are endlessly versatile and an essential ingredient in countless recipes due to the depth and flavor they add.

In ancient Greece, athletes consumed large quantities of onions, as it was believed that they lightened the balance of the blood. Onions were also prescribed for a variety of ailments including circulatory disorders and headaches. Ancient Egyptians believed that onions' spherical shape and concentric rings symbolized eternal life. In the Middle Ages, onions were so important that people would pay their rent with them.

Chopping onions produces an infamous stinging reaction with the eyes, causing them to water. This is caused by damage to cells, which causes the production of sulfenic acids in the form of volatile gases. These gases enter the air, irritating the eyes and producing tears in order to flush out the irritant.

to the depth and flavor they add to dishes.

This natural Toasted Minced Onion product is made from minced onions which are natural toasted to heighten their sweet flavor and then dehydrated into this shelf-stable product.