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<h1>Onion Powder</h1>

<p>Onion powder is made from dehydrated ground onions. It can be used in any recipe that requires fresh onion and is excellent when added as a dry rub or in a <a href="/glossary/marinade">marinade</a>. When time is limited, it’s a practical replacement, although the flavor may not be as intense as its fresh counterpart.</p>

<p>There are other advantages to having a container on hand:</p>

<ul>
	<li>No need to worry about making a special trip to the store when you are out of fresh onions.</li>
	<li>No oil is required for cooking.</li>
	<li>No teary eyes when slicing and chopping.</li>
</ul>

<p>You can even make your own powder: Dice and dehydrate an onion, grind it and store it in an airtight glass container.</p>

<h3>Storage Tips</h3>

<p>Like other seasonings, it can be kept in a cool, dry spot for several months. Always be sure the container is tightly closed.</p>

<h3>Usage Tips</h3>

<p>Onion powder is a terrific complement to many foods:</p>

<ul>
	<li>Include a dash in gravies and sauces.</li>
	<li>Add to breads: it is a tasty addition to buttered and toasted <a href="/recipes/baguette/best">baguettes</a> or slices of French bread.</li>
	<li>Sprinkle over <a href="/recipes/salad/best">salads</a> or add a dash to cooked vegetables.</li>
	<li>Stir into soups and <a href="/recipes/chowder/best">chowders</a>.</li>
	<li>Include in hamburger patties.</li>
</ul>

<p>You can also make a paste or <a href="/glossary/marinade">marinade</a> by adding a little water or <a href="/glossary/broth">broth</a> to the powder.</p>

<h3>Substitution Tips</h3>

<p>If you run out of powder, try these alternatives:</p>

<ul>
	<li>One medium onion is equal to one tablespoon of powder.</li>
	<li>One tablespoon of onion flakes is equal to one teaspoon of powder.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Try one of our favorite recipes with onion powder:</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li><a href="/recipe158794">Braised Garlic-Ginger Chops</a></li>
	<li><a href="/recipe159068">New Mexican Back Ribs</a></li>
	<li><a href="/recipe157782">Onion Soup Mix</a></li>
</ul>

Onion powder can originate from a miscellaneous range of white or yellow onions For a spicier bite, check ethnic shops for specialty imports

Onion Powder

Onion powder is made from dehydrated ground onions. It can be used in any recipe that requires fresh onion and is excellent when added as a dry rub or in a marinade. When time is limited, it’s a practical replacement, although the flavor may not be as intense as its fresh counterpart.

There are other advantages to having a container on hand:

No need to worry about making a special trip to the store when you are out of fresh onions.
No oil is required for cooking.
No teary eyes when slicing and chopping.

You can even make your own powder: Dice and dehydrate an onion, grind it and store it in an airtight glass container.

Storage Tips

Like other seasonings, it can be kept in a cool, dry spot for several months. Always be sure the container is tightly closed.

Usage Tips

Onion powder is a terrific complement to many foods:

Include a dash in gravies and sauces.
Add to breads: it is a tasty addition to buttered and toasted baguettes or slices of French bread.
Sprinkle over salads or add a dash to cooked vegetables.
Stir into soups and chowders.
Include in hamburger patties.

You can also make a paste or marinade by adding a little water or broth to the powder.

Substitution Tips

If you run out of powder, try these alternatives:

One medium onion is equal to one tablespoon of powder.
One tablespoon of onion flakes is equal to one teaspoon of powder.

Try one of our favorite recipes with onion powder:

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by BigOven editorial team