Onion powder
PantryOnion powder is an essential seasoning found in many spice drawers and kitchen cabinets. It adds a pungent, oniony flavor to dishes without having to dice up an actual onion, making it a convenient and time-saving alternative to the real thing. What is onion powder? Essentially, it's just an onion but in a different form. Onion powder is made from dehydrated onions that are ground up into a fine powder. It can be made using yellow, white, or even red onions. Just one teaspoon of onion powder packs in the flavor you’d get from one medium-sized onion. A little goes a long way and makes it perfect for seasoning meats, sauces, and soups. That’s also why it’s a popular addition to barbecue dry rubs and marinades. Onion powder can easily be found in the spice aisle of your local grocery store. Once home, it should be stored in a cool, dry, and dark place like a drawer, pantry, or cabinet. There it can stay good for up to 3 to 4 years. A common problem many home cooks run into with onion powder is clumping or hardening. This happens when the powder is exposed to moisture. Sometimes, this occurs when the spice is shaken over hot, steamy food. For this reason, it’s best to measure the powder away from the stove rather than shake it directly over a pot or pan. Other times, it may simply be that you live in a more humid environment. Fortunately, you can prevent this by adding a few grains of dried rice or a couple of dried beans to the onion powder. They’ll absorb any excess moisture that gets into the container and keep the onion powder from clumping.
Onion powder nutrition and vitamin info per 100g
| Energy | 341 | kcal |
| Total Fat | 1.0399999618530273 | g |
| Carbohydrate Total | 79.12000274658203 | g |
| Sugars | 6.630000114440918 | g |
| Protein | 10.40999984741211 | g |
| Sodium | 73 | mg |
| Fiber | 15.199999809265137 | g |
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Onion powder cooking tips
Samsung FoodProperly stored, in a cool, dark cupboard, away from direct heat or sunlight onion powder will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 4 years.
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Onion powder tends to absorb moisture and becomes hardened. You can prevent this happening by adding a moisture absorber to the shaker.