Onion
Harvested and processed to maintain its fresh flavour, our diced and sliced onions
add depth and aroma to any recipe. With consistent quality and easy application,
they’re ideal for sauces, soups, and seasonings
Our fresh Sliced and minced onions are produced from high-quality Egyptian white and red onion varieties. After mechanical peeling and precision cutting, the onions are packed under vacuum to maintain freshness, prevent oxidation, and extend shelf life. Designed for foodservice, processors, and manufacturers seeking clean, ready-to-use onion with zero waste and consistent quality.
Varieties: Egyptian White Onion – Egyptian Red Onion.
Type: Fresh Slices / Fresh Cubes / Fresh Minced.
Sizes: Whole slices onions (natural sizes) – Cubes (5-10 mm) – Fine minced (3–5 mm).
Color: Natural white or red (depending on variety).
Flavor: Strong, sharp, characteristic onion taste.
Aroma: Fresh onion aroma.
Moisture: Within natural range.
Shelf Life: 30–45 days. (vacuum-packed, chilled at +2°C to +6°C).
Origin: Egypt.
Packaging Options:
> 50-1000 g, 1 kg, 2.5 kg vacuum-packed bags.
> Custom / private-label options available.
Receiving & Inspection: Fresh onions are received from contracted farms and inspected for size, quality, and firmness.
Mechanical Peeling (Air-Peeling System): Onions are peeled using a compressed-air peeling machine that removes the outer layers efficiently while minimizing waste.
Washing: Peeled onions are washed to remove skin particles and ensure cleanliness.
Cutting / Mincing: Onions are either cutting in slices, cubes or minced to a consistent particle size depending on customer specifications.
Draining & Quality Check: Excess moisture is removed, and visual checks ensure clean cuts and uniform appearance.
Vacuum Packing: Onions are packed in vacuum-sealed food-grade bags to preserve freshness and prevent discoloration.
Metal Detection: All packs pass through metal detection for added safety.
Chilled Storage: Stored at +2°C to +6°C until loading into refrigerated trucks or containers.
Keep refrigerated at +2°C to +6°C.
Do not freeze.
Use immediately after opening the vacuum seal.
Quality & Sustainability:
At SIJAL, we focus on quality and sustainability in every batch.
Our fresh slices, cubes and minced onions reflect that commitment through careful raw-material sourcing, hygienic peeling and processing, and strict cold-chain management.
Here’s why SIJAL is the trusted choice for your business:
- Strict sorting and ripeness control
- Individually quick-frozen (IQF) to maintain texture.
- Metal detection and quality checks on every batch.
- Microbiological standards compliant with the EU requirements.
- For consistent quality, reliable supply, and competitive pricing .. Reach out to us to discuss your needs.
At SIJAL, we take pride in delivering our frozen products safely and efficiently to clients around the world. Every shipment is handled with the utmost care to preserve product quality and ensure smooth delivery from our facility to your destination.
Sea Freight (Our Main Export Method)
- All products are shipped in reefer containers maintained at a constant temperature of -18°C or below to guarantee freshness and quality upon arrival.
- We work with leading international shipping lines to ensure reliable schedules and competitive transit times.
- Available Incoterms: FOB, CFR, and CIF — based on customer preference and destination port.
- Typical transit time: 04–30 days depending on destination (Europe, Middle East, Africa, or Asia).
Documentation & Support
Each shipment includes the full set of export documents:
Commercial Invoice.
Packing List.
Certificate of Origin or EUR1.
Phytosanitary Certificate.
Bill of Lading.
Additional documents can be arranged upon request.
