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I live in Europe but use many US recipes. These often call for onion powder which is hard to find here. Diced or minced onion is often not a good alternative and whilst garlic powder is easier to obtain, I find it complements rather than replaces onion powder. What could I use as (an easy to obtain) substitute for onion powder?

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    It won't work if the recipe actually *needs* onion powder (because it's dry and concentrated) but if it's just for lazy seasoning you could just saute some finely minced onion and get it thoroughly browned. – Cascabel Feb 15 '15 at 00:07
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    I'm in the UK. I never see onion powder in the shops, but it's not hard to find on the internet. Google is your friend... – dopiaza Feb 15 '15 at 01:40
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    In the UK Tesco sell it. Also the Asian markets usually stock it. – Doug Feb 15 '15 at 07:23
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    Thanks for the Asian market suggestion - I will try my local one – dothyphendot Feb 15 '15 at 09:24
  • Related: http://cooking.stackexchange.com/questions/20717/what-can-i-substitute-for-onions and http://cooking.stackexchange.com/questions/2596/substitute-for-onions-and-garlic – Cascabel Jul 09 '15 at 04:56

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Well, you could make your own onion powder. It isn't that difficult.

  1. Peel and finely chop your onions.

  2. Then, spread the onion pieces out on a tray and heat in a 150°F degree oven or in a food dehydrator until dry.

Tip: The onions are dry when you can easily crumble the chopped pieces in your hand.

  1. Allow the onions to cool. Then, grind with a coffee grinder, spice mill, food processor or mortar and pestle until you reach your desired consistency.

  2. Store your finished onion powder in an air-tight container in a cool, dry spot or freeze.

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