Dehydrated Spring Onion

What is Dehydrated Spring Onion? What is its production process?

Dehydrated spring onion refers to fresh spring onions that have been dried to remove their moisture and retain the flavor and nutrients of the spring onions. Dehydrated spring onions are widely used in food processing, seasoning production, convenience foods and catering industries. They have the advantages of easy storage, light weight and easy transportation. Its production process mainly includes the following steps:

Harvesting and selecting raw materials: The production of dehydrated spring onion requires the selection of high-quality raw materials. Spring onions usually need to be harvested at the best time in the growth cycle to ensure their quality and flavor. Usually, spring onions need to be cleaned and external soil and impurities removed. After screening, healthy, disease-free and insect-free spring onions are selected to ensure the quality of the final product.

Cutting and pretreatment: After washing, spring onions are usually cut. The shape and size of the cut will be adjusted according to the final use. Some products may need to be blanched for a short time to prevent the enzymes in the spring onions from affecting the flavor and color. In addition, pretreatment may also include root removal, leaf trimming, etc. to improve the appearance and user experience of the product.

Drying process: Drying is the core link of dehydrated spring onion production. During the drying process, the water in the spring onions evaporates through heating, airflow, etc. The commonly used drying technologies are:

Hot air drying: The spring onions are placed in a high-temperature air flow for drying, which is suitable for large-scale production. This method can retain more of the original aroma and nutrition of the spring onions.

Freeze drying: The water is removed by directly sublimating the water into steam at low temperature. This method can retain the original flavor and nutrients of the spring onions to the greatest extent, but the equipment investment is large.

Microwave drying: The water is quickly removed by microwave heating, which can shorten the production cycle, but the cost is high.

The control of drying time and temperature is crucial to the quality of the product. If the temperature is too high or the drying time is too long, the active ingredients in the spring onions may be destroyed, affecting the final flavor and nutrition. After drying, spring onions will become light and dark yellow in color, and their flavor will be more intense.

Post-processing and packaging: After drying, dehydrated spring onion is usually screened and graded to remove fragments or unqualified parts. Then, the product will be packaged. In order to extend the shelf life of the product, dehydrated spring onion is usually packaged in an anaerobic environment and bagged, canned or vacuum packed according to different market needs.

The final product of dehydrated spring onion can be restored to a state similar to fresh onions by simple soaking or heating treatment. It has good convenience and is widely used in the production of sauces, soups, seasonings and various convenience foods.

Application and market demand of dehydrated spring onion in the industry

Main application areas of dehydrated spring onion: As a convenient, economical and long-lasting seasoning material, dehydrated spring onion is widely used in many industries. The main application areas include:

Convenience food: Dehydrated spring onion is an important ingredient in convenience food, especially in instant soups, noodles and seasoning packets. It not only enhances the aroma and flavor of food, but also extends the shelf life of the product. Since convenience foods require seasoning ingredients that are fast and easy to store, dehydrated spring onion has undoubtedly become the preferred seasoning for this type of product.

Catering industry: Many catering companies, especially chain restaurants or takeaway companies, use dehydrated spring onion in the cooking process. With pre-prepared dehydrated spring onion, catering businesses are able to produce dishes more efficiently while ensuring consistent taste and quality of each dish, saving time and costs.

Seasoning production: Dehydrated spring onion is often used in the production of various condiments, such as scallion oil, scallion powder, sauces, etc. These condiments are not only suitable for home cooking, but are also commonly found in various processed foods, especially the seasoning of Chinese food and its derivatives.

Retail market: As consumers' demand for convenient foods increases, dehydrated spring onion has also entered the retail market. Many consumers use it as a must-have seasoning in the kitchen, especially in home cooking, and the use of convenient ingredients is gradually increasing.

Growth in market demand: As global consumers' demand for healthy and natural foods grows, the market demand for dehydrated spring onion continues to rise. Consumers are increasingly favoring food materials that are additive-free, preservative-free, and natural, and dehydrated spring onion just meets these needs. It retains the natural flavor and nutrients of spring onions, and through dehydration, it can be stored for a long time and quickly restored when needed.

Globally, especially in the Asian market, the demand for dehydrated spring onion is particularly strong. As the world's largest producer of spring onions, China has a huge production base and export market. At the same time, Western countries' growing interest in Asian-style ingredients has also promoted the demand for seasoning materials such as dehydrated spring onion.

Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd's strengths and future prospects in the dehydrated spring onion industry

Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd has been deeply involved in the dehydrated vegetable field for more than 20 years since its establishment in 2003. The company's continuous development and expansion demonstrate its solid position in the industry. From the initial small-scale production, the company has gradually developed into a large-scale dehydrated vegetable processing enterprise with efficient production capacity and technical level after three expansions and renovations.

With the company's investment in a new factory in Bayannur, Inner Mongolia in 2023, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd's production capacity has been further improved. It is expected that by 2026, the factory's annual production capacity will reach more than 7,000 tons, and the product range will be more diversified, including dehydrated vegetables and natural fruit and vegetable powder. This expansion will provide Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd with a larger market share, especially in the context of growing global demand for dehydrated spring onion and other dehydrated vegetables.

Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd's drying workshop is capable of processing a variety of vegetables such as spring onions, carrots, cabbage, onions, etc., with an annual production capacity of 4,000-5,000 tons. This provides the company with strong production guarantees and can meet the domestic and foreign market demand for dehydrated spring onion and other vegetables. During the production process, the company always adheres to high standards of quality control to ensure that each batch of products meets food safety and hygiene requirements.

In addition, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd's factory in Inner Mongolia will focus on growing and processing green peppers, red peppers, tomatoes and other products, further enriching its product line and enhancing the company's competitiveness in a diversified market.

In the future, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd will continue to make efforts in technological innovation and market expansion. First, the company plans to continue to optimize the drying process to improve the drying efficiency and flavor retention of products. Second, with the improvement of environmental awareness, JIAHE will explore more environmentally friendly and energy-saving production methods to meet the sustainable development requirements of the global market.

In the international market, with the rise of the global trend of healthy food, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd will strengthen its layout in North America, Europe and other Asian markets to further expand its market share. At the same time, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd will continue to increase its R&D investment and explore new product forms, such as low-salt, additive-free dehydrated vegetable products, to meet consumers' demand for natural and healthy food.

By continuously optimizing production technology, expanding market channels and improving product quality, Xinghua Jiahe Foods Co., Ltd will undoubtedly occupy a more important position in the dehydrated spring onion and dehydrated vegetable industries.