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Onion Juice

Allium cepa Allergen-Free
Onion Juice

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Amaryllidaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Onions

The Forktionary Angle

"The secret weapon for delivering pure, intense onion flavor and aroma without adding texture or bulk to delicate dishes."

Definition

The extracted liquid from raw onions, providing an intense, pungent, and slightly sweet onion flavor without the texture.

Sensory Profile

TastePungent, Sharp, Sweet (aftertaste), Sulfurous
TextureLiquid, Thin
AromaIntense Onion, Allium, Pungent
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Flavor Intensity

1 teaspoon = 1/4 onion (approx)

Key Application

Flavoring in delicate sauces (70%)

State

Liquid concentration

Nutrition Facts

Per 15mL (1 tbsp)
Calories40 kcal
Total Fat0.1g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein1g
Total Carbohydrate9g
Dietary Fiber0.5g
Total Sugars4g
Calcium20mg
Iron0.2mg
Potassium150mg

Chef’s Secret

To extract onion juice easily, finely grate half an onion and squeeze the pulp through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.

Substitutions

Best Match

Onion Powder

1 tsp powder : 1 tbsp juice

Concentrated onion flavor, but lacks freshness and moisture.

Grated Onion

1:1 (strain if pure juice needed)

Provides fresh onion flavor, but introduces pulp/texture.

Minced Shallots

1:1

Milder, sweeter onion flavor with texture, less pungent.

Garlic Juice

1:1

Different flavor profile but offers similar pungent allium intensity.

Buying Guide

Typically homemade, rarely sold commercially. If bought, check ingredients for purity. Store refrigerated.

Flavor Pairings

Marinades dressings sauces soups stews compound butters.