Product Name: Red Onions
Scientific Name: Allium cepa
Description:
Red onions are medium to large-sized bulbs with a reddish-purple skin and white flesh tinged with red. They have a mild flavor compared to other onions, making them suitable for raw consumption in salads and as a garnish. When cooked, they become sweeter and milder.
Uses:
- Culinary: Used raw in salads, sandwiches, and salsas; cooked in dishes like stir-fries, curries, and roasted vegetables.
- Pickles: Often used to make pickled onions.
- Garnishes: Commonly used as a garnish for various dishes due to their color and flavor.
Nutritional Value (per 100g):
- Calories: 40 kcal
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9.3 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.7 g
- Vitamin C: 8.1 mg
- Calcium: 23 mg
- Iron: 0.2 mg
Grades & Specifications:
- Size: Small, medium, large.
- Color: Reddish-purple skin with white flesh.
- Moisture Content: Typically around 85%.
- Uniformity: Uniform size and color are preferred.
- Quality: Free from decay, mold, or mechanical damage.
Packaging:
- Bags: 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg, or as per buyer’s requirement.
- Type: Jute Bags, Polypropylene (PP) Bags, HDPE Bags, or Paper Bags.
- Customized Packaging: Available with branding and specific buyer requirements.
Shelf Life: 1-3 months, depending on storage conditions. Should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place to prolong shelf life.
Origin: Grown in various regions of India, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Applications:
- Export: Red onions are exported to various countries, including the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
- Domestic Market: Widely used in Indian households and food processing.
Availability: Year-round, with peak production during the winter and early spring months.
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): Typically 20 Metric Tons (MT) or as per buyer's request.
Brands Offering Red Onions:
- AgroFresh
- Onion King
- India Fresh
- Fresh Harvest
- Green Gold