Onion Powder
Specifications:
Origin: India
Particle Size (Mesh): | 80 to 100 |
Moisture Content: | 4.0% – |
Ash Content: | 4.0% Max |
Acid Insoluble Ash: | 0.5% Max |
Foreign Matter: | NIL (100% |
Bulk Density: | 0.35 to |
Anti-Caking Agent: | Max 2% |
General Physical Description:
- Appearance: Fine, uniform, free-flowing powder.
- Colour Varieties:
- White Onion Powder: Creamy white to pale ivory (standard for most industrial uses).
- Red Onion Powder: Dull pink to brownish-red.
- Toasted Onion Powder: Light to medium brown (achieved by heat-treating the flakes before milling to develop a nuttier, roasted Flavour).
- Aroma & Flavour: Intensely pungent and sharp. 1 tablespoon of onion powder is generally equivalent in Flavour to one medium fresh onion.
- Texture: Soft and flour-like, though “Granulated” versions exist which are slightly coarser (like cornmeal) to prevent clumping.