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Onion Powder: Uses, Benefits & More

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Filled with the fine flavour of fresh onions, this is your secret to effortless and consistent flavour. No tears, just taste.

What is Onion Powder?

Onion Powder can be used as a seasoning in meats but it is classified as a spice.  It’s made from dehydrated, ground onions, offering a concentrated onion flavour. 

Uses for Onion Powder

  • Seasoning Meat Rubs – mixed with other spices
  • Sausage & Mince Production – onion flavour
  • Marinades & Brines – infuse flavour, Pre-Seasoned Meat

Benefits

  • Consistent Flavour
  • Extended Shelf Life  –  Onion powder contains bioactive compounds like sulfur-containing compounds (e.g., allicin) and phenolics, which have antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. These can help inhibit the growth of spoilage microorganisms and reduce oxidative rancidity, which extends the shelf life of meat products.
  • Blends well with other Spices & Herbs
  • Versatile in Meat Types
  • Improved Colour in Meat – Although it’s not normally used to improve colour but onion powder’s antioxidant properties can help stabilize meat colour by reducing the oxidation of myoglobin, the pigment responsible for meat’s red colour. Oxidation can cause myoglobin to turn brown, signalling spoilage or reduced quality. The antioxidants in onion powder help preserve the red or pink colour, improving the visual appeal of meat
  • Ideal for Pre-Packaged Meat

Practical Application

Dosage: The amount of onion powder added should be optimized based on the type of meat product and desired outcome, typically ranging from 0.5% to 1.5% of the total weight.

Combination with Other Ingredients: Onion powder is often used with other natural preservatives, such as garlic powder, rosemary extract, or citrus-based ingredients, to enhance its effects.