Onion Juice
What is Onion Juice?
Onion juice is the liquid extracted from onions, a common vegetable. It is typically made by crushing or pressing onions to release their natural juices. The juice contains many of the same flavor compounds as the onion itself.
Is Onion Juice vegan?
Onion Juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Onion Juice gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Onion Juice a major allergen?
Onion is not one of the nine major food allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Onion Juice used for?
Onion juice is primarily used as a flavoring ingredient in savory foods.
Is Onion Juice safe?
Onion juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Onion juice is primarily used as a flavoring ingredient in savory foods. Manufacturers add it to products like canned soups, sauces, pickles, and relishes to impart a distinct onion taste without the texture of chopped onions. It can also be used in marinades and spice blends.
Health notes
Onion juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a natural source of various compounds, including antioxidants. While onions are considered healthy, there is no specific regulatory guidance on the health effects of concentrated onion juice at typical dietary intake levels. JECFA has evaluated onion and its extracts, but no specific ADI was set.
Allergen info
Onion is not one of the nine major food allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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