Fried Onion
Product Description
At Fittree International, we supply crispy, golden-brown Fried Onions (Birista), made from sweet, pungent red onions sourced from India’s finest onion belts (Nashik/Mahuva). Professionally sliced and fried in high-quality vegetable oil, our ready-to-use product offers the perfect crunch and savory depth, eliminating the tears and time-consuming process of peeling and frying in commercial kitchens.
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Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Crispy Fried Onion / Birista / Fried Onion Flakes |
| Origin | India (Mahuva/Nashik) |
| Ingredients | Fresh Red/Pink Onion, Edible Vegetable Oil, Wheat Flour (Optional/Dusting), Salt |
| Appearance | Golden Brown to Reddish Brown |
| Texture | Crispy & Crunchy |
| Flavor/Aroma | Characteristic sweet onion aroma; no rancid smell |
| Size/Cut | 8mm – 20mm (Flakes/Slices) |
| Moisture Content | Max 5.0% |
| Free Fatty Acid (FFA) | Max 0.5% (as Oleic Acid) |
| Peroxide Value | Max 5.0 meq/kg |
| Total Ash | Max 3.0% |
| Foreign Matter | Nil |
| Shelf Life | 12 to 18 Months |
Packaging & Shipping Details
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Packing:
- PP Bags, Jute Bags, or customized packaging
- Sizes: 10kg, 15kg, or 20kg Carton Boxes
- 20ft Container: Approx. 7-8 Metric Tons
- 40ft Container: Approx. 14-16 Metric Tons
Product Description
Unlock the authentic taste of Crispy Fried Onions (Birista), a must-have ingredient for global cuisines. Sourced from the finest red and pink onions in India, our fried onions are dehydrated and fried to perfection using advanced vacuum-frying technology. This ensures a low oil content, superior crunch, and a rich golden-brown color without any burnt aftertaste.
Widely known as Fried Onion Flakes or Ready-to-Eat Birista, our product serves as a vital garnish for Biryani, Pulao, Curries, Burgers, and Hot Dogs. We cater to the HORECA sector, QSR chains, and food manufacturers worldwide, offering customized packaging solutions from bulk cartons to retail packs.
Key Features & Health Benefits
- Massive Time Saver: Eliminates the labor-intensive peeling, slicing, and slow-frying process, increasing kitchen efficiency by up to 30%.
- Zero Wastage: Removes the risk of spoilage associated with storing fresh onions and the weight loss that occurs during peeling/skinning.
- Natural Thickener: When ground into a paste, fried onions form the rich, brown base for Mughlai gravies, Kormas, and curries.
- Savory Garnish: The perfect crispy topping for Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Steaks, and soups (like French Onion Soup).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fried Onion — answered by our export team.
All dehydrated onion forms (powder, granules, flakes, minced) maintained at moisture below 5–7%, water activity (Aw) below 0.65. Moisture content certified per batch at NABL labs. Nitrogen-flushed, multi-layer packaging prevents moisture absorption.
Approximately 1:7 to 1:10 depending on form — 1 kg dehydrated = 7–10 kg fresh onion equivalent. Highly cost-effective and convenient for food manufacturers compared to using fresh onion.
Powder (60–80 mesh), minced (3–6 mm), chopped (6–10 mm), granules (1–5 mm), slices/flakes (5–18 mm), and rings. Custom cut sizes for industrial food manufacturers available.
MOQ: 100 kg for granules/flakes, 50 kg for powder. A 20 ft container holds 8–10 MT. Trial orders from food manufacturers are welcomed with verified business credentials.
Pesticide residues (EU MRL compliant), heavy metals, aflatoxin, moisture (below 5–7%), pyruvic acid (pungency indicator), and microbiological parameters per batch at NABL labs. Full COA accompanies every export shipment.
USA, UK, EU, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Southeast Asia. Major buyers: food manufacturers, soup and sauce producers, seasoning companies, and restaurant chains.
