Dried onion is sold in several forms: onion powder (finest), granulated onion (coarser than powder), flakes (larger, chip-like pieces) and minced or grated-style pieces. Listings commonly use the terms powder, granules, flakes or minced to describe these forms.
Package sizes vary widely, from small seasoning jars around 2.4–2.9 ounces up to bulk containers as large as 64 ounces, with many intermediate sizes available for retail and foodservice.
One product description recommends about 1 to 2 teaspoons of onion granules per pound of meat or vegetables for seasoning.
Onion granules are coarser than onion powder but finer than chopped or minced onion—offering a middle texture that rehydrates more quickly than larger pieces.
Common companions in seasoning blends include garlic, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, red or red bell pepper, lemon or orange peel, mustard seed and dill seed.
Labels shown in product details commonly include Vegan, Kosher, USDA Organic, non-GMO, and statements such as No Added MSG or Does Not Contain Any of the 9 Major Allergens.
Listings are typically labeled either as an ingredient (meant for use in recipes and as a raw ingredient) or as ready-to-use, indicating the product is packaged for direct seasoning use.
Many listings show dried onion packaged in plastic jars or sealed, air-tight containers to protect the product from heat, moisture and sunlight.
