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Homemade Onion Powder

Homemade Onion Powder for Flavor That Lasts a Year

Homemade onion powder adds rich flavor to dishes and can last over a year in storage.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 ounces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Powder
  • 3 onions Fresh Onions Select any variety (red, yellow, or white)
For Storage
  • 1 container Airtight Container Keep the onion powder fresh for over a year
  • 1 packet Food-Grade Desiccant Packet Absorbs moisture for quality preservation

Equipment

  • food dehydrator
  • Oven
  • blender or food processor
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Onion Powder
  1. Wash the fresh onions thoroughly, peel them, and slice thinly (1/8 to 1/4 inch thick).
  2. For the dehydrator, arrange onion slices on trays and dry at 100°F to 130°F for 8 to 12 hours.
  3. For the oven, spread onion slices on a parchment-lined tray, preheat to 140°F, and stir every 30 minutes until dry.
  4. Check onions for doneness; they should snap easily when bent.
  5. Grind the dry onions into a powder using a blender or food processor.
  6. Store the onion powder in an airtight container with a desiccant packet in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Aim for uniform slices for even drying. Store properly to maintain flavor.

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