Garlic Onion
What is Garlic Onion?
Garlic onion is a flavoring made from dried, ground garlic and onion. Both garlic and onion are alliums, plants grown worldwide for culinary use. The drying and grinding process concentrates their pungent flavor and aroma.
Is Garlic Onion vegan?
Garlic Onion is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Garlic Onion gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Garlic Onion a major allergen?
Garlic onion is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Garlic Onion used for?
Manufacturers add garlic onion for its savory, pungent flavor in seasoning mixes, marinades, sauces, and snacks.
Is Garlic Onion safe?
Garlic onion is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add garlic onion for its savory, pungent flavor in seasoning mixes, marinades, sauces, and snacks. It provides a strong onion and garlic taste without the texture of fresh ingredients, making it versatile in many processed foods.
Health notes
Garlic onion is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. It is a common food ingredient with no specific health concerns at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar flavoring substances. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from its use in food.
Allergen info
Garlic onion is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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