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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use toasted onion to add a concentrated onion flavor and aroma to foods. …
What it is
Toasted onion is made from onions that have been heated to change their flavor and color. The heating process, often called toasting or roasting, deepens the onion's natural sweetness and adds a savory, slightly smoky taste. It is a dehydrated product, meaning most of the water has been removed.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use toasted onion to add a concentrated onion flavor and aroma to foods. It provides a savory, umami taste that complements many dishes. It is commonly found in savory baked goods like breads and bagels, seasoning blends, snack foods, and marinades.
Health notes
Toasted onion is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. It is a natural food product and is not typically associated with adverse health effects when consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for toasted onion as a distinct ingredient are not widely publicized.
Allergen info
Onions are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. Toasted onion is not derived from any of these major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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