Comes in crates within 14kg in the south island and 20kg for the north island
Description
Loose onions are available in both 14kg crates and 20kg crates. 14kg crates are easier to handle, less weight to lift for the person stocking the store. 14kg crates and 20kg crates are available if your store uses either Chep or FCC hiring systems. Loose onions are sized from 68mm to 75mm. These are a slightly bigger onion than the small bags. Customers can choose their own onions when they are displayed in crates, so they have control over quality, size, and amount they wish to purchase.
What are they used for
Brown onions are widely used in cooking across many cultures. From soups and stews, pies and pickles, to curries and stir fries, they add depth of flavor not available from any other vegetable.
Brown onions are the best onion to use for caramelizing and cooking. Although they are sharp and pungent when raw, they become mellow and flavorsome when gently sautéed.
Mirepoix: Mirepoix is equal amounts of diced onion, carrot, and celery. This mixture is gently cooked with butter, or another form of fat, for extended periods without causing the Maillard reaction (browning), causing them to sweeten instead of caramelize. This is used in many soups, stews, and sauces.
Onions for every occasion
Pickling Onions
We can supply you with pickling onions in 10kg bags wrapped on a pallet. These onions are below 50mm in size and can be onsold in the bag, or sold loose for customers to choose their own amounts.
Jumbos
Jumbos are onions sized over 75mm. This is mainly sold by the markets to the restaurant trade and those who are cooking big quantities of food. They are available in 20kg bags or crates.
Seconds
We can supply you with second-grade onions in loose and jumbo sizes at a cheaper price than the top grade. Available only in 20kg bags. Second grade will include some without complete outer skins, and with discolored skins. These are onions that don’t look so perfect but are still good for cooking with and will keep in your pantry or store for 1 to 2 weeks.
