Frozen onions

Frozen onions are onion bulbs that have been prepared and frozen for cooking. They are commonly sold chopped or diced, sliced, or in larger pieces; the cut and any prior blanching can affect their texture after thawing. Raw onion has a crisp, layered structure and a pungent, sweet-sharp flavour, while cooked onion becomes softer and sweeter.

Frozen pieces are convenient for cooked dishes such as soups, sauces and sautés, where a crisp raw texture is not required. They may be used directly from frozen or thawed according to the intended preparation. The catalogue name does not specify onion variety, cut, or whether the product contains anything besides onion.