Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe

This crunchy savory Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe is made with dried minced onion, garlic, and olive oil and ready in 15 minutes. The hot oil gently toasts the dried alliums, releasing a deep roasted aroma as it bubbles in the bowl. I keep a jar of this on my counter at all times.

What I Learned Making This

I quickly found out that burning the dried alliums is the fastest way to ruin this condiment. The trick is heating the oil gently and pulling it off the heat before it gets too hot.

Making it from scratch means I control the spice level completely. Adding a little smoked paprika gave it a deep flavor that the store-bought version misses entirely.

Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup dried minced onion
• 2 tbsp dried minced garlic
• 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

How To Make Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe

1. 1. Combine dry ingredients: Place the dried onion, dried garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and salt into a medium heat-proof glass bowl.
2. 2. Heat the oil: Pour the olive oil into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat for 3 to 5 minutes until warm but not smoking.
3. 3. Pour and sizzle: Carefully pour the hot oil over the dry ingredients, stirring gently as it bubbles.
4. 4. Cool and rest: Let the mixture cool completely at room temperature for at least an hour so the flavors can fully infuse.

Recipe Tips

• Watch the heat: Oil that is too hot will instantly burn the dried garlic, turning the entire batch bitter.
• Use a heat-proof bowl: The oil needs to bubble slightly when poured, so use glass or ceramic to avoid melting plastic.
• Let it rest: The flavors meld significantly after sitting for at least an hour at room temperature.

What To Serve With Chili Onion Crunch

Drizzle this crunchy oil over fried eggs, avocado toast, or a bowl of creamy hummus. It also works beautifully tossed with roasted vegetables or folded into a simple pasta dish.

How To Store

Keep your finished onion crunch in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for up to one month. Use a clean spoon every time to prevent contamination.

FAQs

Can I use fresh garlic and onions?

No, the moisture in fresh ingredients will prevent the mixture from getting crunchy. It will also cause the oil to spoil much faster.

Why is my crunch bitter?

The oil was likely too hot when poured over the bowl. This quickly scorches the dried alliums and leaves a burnt taste.

Can I use a different oil?

Yes, avocado oil or grapeseed oil work perfectly. These are great options if you want a more neutral base than olive oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Total Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 145mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2g
• Protein: 0g

Try More Recipes:

• Trader Joe’s Chili Onion Crunch Recipe
• Trader Joes Crunchy Onion Chili Oil Recipe
• Trader Joe’s Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe

Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Total time

15

minutes

Crunchy savory Trader Joes Onion Crunch Recipe made with dried minced onion, garlic, and olive oil ready in 15 minutes. Perfect for lazy weekend breakfasts or simple weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1/4 cup dried minced onion

• 2 tbsp dried minced garlic

• 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Directions

• 1. Combine dry ingredients: Place the dried onion, dried garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and salt into a medium heat-proof glass bowl.
• 2. Heat the oil: Pour the olive oil into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat for 3 to 5 minutes until warm but not smoking.
• 3. Pour and sizzle: Carefully pour the hot oil over the dry ingredients, stirring gently as it bubbles.
• 4. Cool and rest: Let the mixture cool completely at room temperature for at least an hour so the flavors can fully infuse.