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PLU 4661


White Pickling Onion

"Sweet flavor pickling onions for every taste bud"

A type of bulbous vegetable used for its pungent flavor, crunchy texture in pickling recipes.

Also known as

White Pickling Onions, Baby Onions, Silverskin Onions, Pickling Onions, Cocktail Onions

Botanical name

Allium spp.

White Pickling Onion illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4661

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

OnionsAll Sizes

Origin

Originating from the Andes Mountains in South America

Temperature

0-4°C (32-39°F)

Shelf Life

3-4 months

Status

Approved

About White Pickling Onion

Available for harvesting 60 to 120 days after planting, White Pickling Onions are typically smaller than other onions. Can be used in a variety of recipes, but especially suited for pickling or adding a mild onion flavor to dishes.

Nutrition Information

For White Pickling Onion, the nutrition facts per 100g are:

Energy 35 kcal

Water content 88g

Fat 0.2g

Carbohydrate 8.2g

Fiber 2.7g

Sugar 3.2g

Protein 1.1g

Sodium 1mg

Potassium 123mg

Vitamin A 0mcg

Vitamin C 10.8mg

Calcium 27mg

Iron 0.2mg

Storage & Handling

Cool, humid conditions to slow down respiration and sprouting

Temperature

0-4°C (32-39°F)

Humidity

60-70%

Packaging

Breathable containers or bags to maintain humidity

Shelf Life

3-4 months

Storage Notes: Roots should be trimmed to about 1-2 inches to prevent moisture loss and maintain quality

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Tags

4661White Pickling OnionAllium spp.All SizesVegetablesOnions

Details

Commodity Keyonions
VarietyPickling, White
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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