Brown Onion

Product Overview:
Brown Onions (often called Yellow Onions) are the most popular cooking onions in the world for a reason. Sourced from farms that allow the bulbs to cure fully in the sun, these onions are characterized by their tough, golden-brown skins and creamy white flesh. They possess a higher concentration of natural sugars and sulfur than other varieties, which gives them a sharp pungency when raw but transforms them into a savory, caramelized delight when heat is applied. They are the reliable "foundation" vegetable for almost every savory recipe.

Key Features:

Deep Caramelization: Because of their high sugar content, these are the best onions for slow-cooking, browning, and creating "golden" onions.

Robust & Pungent: Delivers a powerful, classic onion flavor that holds its own even when cooked for several hours in heavy stews.

SQA Monitored Selection: Every onion is hand-inspected for a hard, solid body and a completely dry, multi-layered skin. We ensure the base is clean and the neck is tight to guarantee the longest shelf life possible (SQA Checked).

High Culinary Versatility: Whether you are making a French Onion soup or a basic base for a roast, these onions provide the most consistent savory depth.

Nutritional Facts (Per 100g Approx.):

Energy: 40 kcal (A nutrient-dense, fat-free flavor builder)

Quercetin: Particularly high in this variety, offering strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for heart health.

Vitamin C & B6: Essential for supporting the immune system and healthy brain function.

Fiber: Helps maintain a healthy digestive system.

Manganese: Supports bone health and metabolic processes.

Daily Uses:

Sautéed Base (Sofrito/Mirepoix): The starting point for almost every soup, sauce, and curry. Sauté until translucent for a mild flavor or dark brown for a rich, sweet depth.

Slow-Roasted Meats: Place whole or halved onions under roasts; they infuse the meat with flavor and create the base for a world-class gravy.

Caramelized Toppings: Slice thinly and cook over low heat for 30–40 minutes until jammy and sweet; the perfect topping for burgers or steaks.

Storage Instructions:
Brown onions are the champions of storage. Keep them in a cool, dark, and dry place (like a pantry or a mesh basket) with plenty of airflow. If kept dry and away from potatoes, they can stay fresh and firm for 1 to 2 months.