Ingredient

Caramelized Onion

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use caramelized onions to add a sweet, savory, and complex flavor to foods. …

What it is

Caramelized onions are made by slowly cooking onions at low heat for an extended period. This process breaks down the natural sugars in the onions, creating a deep brown color and a sweet, rich flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use caramelized onions to add a sweet, savory, and complex flavor to foods. They are often found in savory dishes like frozen dinners, pizzas, burgers, and sausages, as well as in dips and sauces.

Health notes

Caramelized onions are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of antioxidants and other beneficial compounds found in onions. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar onion preparations, but no specific ADI has been set for caramelized onions.

Allergen info

Onions are not one of the nine major allergens designated by the FDA. Gluten is not naturally present in onions.

Products containing Caramelized Onion

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Fair Market, Inc. Thin Crust Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 275kcal 10Protein 13.3Fat 27.5Carbs

Jagpreet Enterprises Sukhi's, Chicken Tikka Masala Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 167kcal 15.4Protein 5.1Fat 14.7Carbs Jagpreet Enterprises Sukhi's, Chicken Curry, Medium Spiced, Medium Spiced Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 154kcal 14.7Protein 3.2Fat 15.4Carbs Basic American Foods, Inc. Bean Pasta + Veggie Kit Lentil Penne, Italian Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 353kcal 21.2Protein 2.4Fat 63.5Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Engine 2, Plant-Strong, Plant Burgers, Italian Fennel, Italian Fennel Frozen Patties and Burgers 160kcal 5.3Protein 2Fat 29.3Carbs F & S Gourmet Foods, LLC Chicken Patties, Spinach Aged White Cheddar Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 161kcal 18.8Protein 8.0Fat 1.8Carbs Aidells Sausage Company Chicken Meatballs, Caramelized Onion Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 203kcal 15.6Protein 14.1Fat 4.7Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Yellow Rice With Pink Beans Frozen Prepared Sides High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 127kcal 3.5Protein 2.1Fat 24.6Carbs Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Drunken Noodles With Chicken, Thai-Style Spicy Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 44% DV per serving 148kcal 6.0Protein 4.2Fat 21.2Carbs Jagpreet Enterprises Chicken Biryani Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 113kcal 10.2Protein 3.2Fat 11.6Carbs 7-Eleven, Inc. Roast Beef And Cheddar Cheese Bistro, Roast Beef And Cheddar Cheese Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 59% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 238kcal 16.3Protein 9.5Fat 22.2Carbs Caldo International Inc. Brooklyn Brine Co., Hop- Pickle Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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