Onion
Bold Flavor. Natural Freshness
Didwaniya Group offers premium-quality Indian Red Onions, sourced directly from the fertile fields of Nashik – India’s onion capital. Known for their pungent aroma, vibrant color, and long shelf life, our red onions meet global standards in flavor, freshness, and quality for culinary and industrial use.
Indian Red Onion, especially the variety cultivated in Nashik, Maharashtra, is globally recognized for its sharp flavor, deep reddish-purple skin, and high pungency. These onions belong to the Allium cepa species and are rich in sulfur compounds like quercetin and allicin, known for their strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Grown in well-drained, fertile black soils under ideal climatic conditions, Nashik onions are preferred worldwide for their uniform bulb size, high dry matter content, and extended shelf stability.
India is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of onions, and Nashik plays a leading role in this export chain. Didwaniya Group ensures that every batch is hygienically harvested, sorted, and packed to preserve freshness and prevent spoilage during transit.
Characteristics
Taste: Sharp, pungent, and slightly sweet when cooked
Appearance (Structure): Round to oval bulbs with reddish-purple outer skin and white to pale pink inner layers
Smell: Strong, pungent, and tear-inducing due to sulfur compounds
Average Bulb Size: 45–70 mm (medium to large, depending on grade)
Moisture Content, % (Max): 85%
Dry Matter Content: High (Ideal for storage and processing)
Color: Deep reddish-purple exterior with white-to-pinkish flesh
Application
Indian Red Onions are a foundational ingredient in global cuisines, from traditional Indian dishes to Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian recipes. They are used fresh in salads, sandwiches, and chutneys; sautéed or fried in curries, stews, and sauces; or processed into pastes, powders, and dehydrated forms for extended use. Their pungency mellows upon cooking, adding depth, richness, and slight sweetness to savory dishes. In industrial applications, red onions are used in pickling, spice blends, and ready-to-eat meal preparations, where consistency and strong flavor are vital.
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area with low humidity. Ideal storage temperature is 0°C to 4°C to prolong shelf life and prevent sprouting or decay. Avoid storing with moisture-sensitive goods or near ethylene-producing fruits.