Onion Salt

Pellicano's Onion Salt

The Convenient, Savory Flavor Booster

Pellicano's Onion Salt is a fundamental seasoning blend that marries the crystal structure of fine salt with the concentrated, savory flavor of ground dehydrated onion. This product is prized for its convenience and consistency, delivering a balanced, all-purpose flavor that is highly palatable and easy to use.

Because the onion is thoroughly dried and finely ground before mixing with the salt, the resulting product is free-flowing and distributes evenly in any application. It adds a deep, savory, slightly sweet flavor that mimics a slow-cooked onion base, making it a powerful shortcut for soups, dips, and spice rubs where adding fresh onion is impractical.

Essential for Building a Savory Foundation

Onion salt is a versatile staple, perfect for adding instant savory depth to a wide range of foods:

• Snack Seasoning: The go-to seasoning for popcorn, savory nuts, homemade chips, and French fries.
• Meat and Poultry: Use to season ground beef for burgers and meatloaf, or rub into chicken before grilling or roasting.
• Cold Dishes: Essential for quickly adding flavor to egg salad, tuna salad, creamy dips, and salad dressings.
• Breads and Batters: Mix into savory biscuits, bread doughs, or coatings for fried foods.
• Substitutions: Acts as a perfect substitute for fresh onion when you need flavor without adding volume or moisture, such as in delicate sauces or dry rubs.

Fun Fact: The Power of Onion's Pungency

While the act of chopping a fresh onion often brings tears to your eyes due to the release of sulfur compounds, the same concentrated sulfur compounds are what give dried onion its powerful, savory flavor. When onion is dried and ground, these compounds are preserved but dormant. They are reactivated by the moisture and heat in your cooking, providing a sustained and mellow flavor that is sweeter and less sharp than fresh onion, which is why dried onion blends so well into rubs and seasonings.

Easy Recipe: Crispy Onion Salt Roasted Potatoes (Serves 4)

This simple roasting recipe showcases how the seasoning adheres perfectly to create a flavorful, savory crust on vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 Lbs. Potatoes (Cut Into 1-Inch Cubes)
• 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
• 1 Tbsp. Pellicano's Onion Salt
• 1 Tsp. Smoked Paprika (Optional)
• 1/2 Tsp. Black Pepper

Instructions:

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly oil a large baking sheet.
2. Coat: In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with the Olive Oil until evenly coated.
3. Season: Sprinkle the Onion Salt, Smoked Paprika (if using), and Black Pepper over the potatoes. Toss again thoroughly until every potato piece is evenly seasoned.
4. Roast: Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet (do not overcrowd). Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the potatoes are tender on the inside and deeply golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Ingredients: Salt and Onion.