Product Name: Fresh Shallots (Allium cepa var. aggregatum)
Origin: Indonesia
Premium Vegetable from Indonesia
Product Description
Shallots, also known as Red Onions (Allium cepa var. aggregatum), are one of Indonesia’s most valuable agricultural commodities. Our Fresh Shallots are cultivated in fertile volcanic soil, giving them a distinctive aroma, rich flavor, and long shelf life.
They are widely used in global cuisines as a seasoning, spice, or garnish, and also as raw material for food processing industries (fried shallots, sauces, seasonings, and pickles).
Nutritional Content (per 100g)
- Calories: 72 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 16.8 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Fiber: 3.2 g
- Vitamin C: 8 mg
- Vitamin B6: 0.3 mg
- Folate: 34 µg
- Potassium: 334 mg
- Calcium: 37 mg
- Iron: 1.2 mg
- Magnesium: 21 mg
(Values based on USDA reference; may vary by season & variety)
Specifications
- Size: 2–5 cm diameter
- Color: Reddish-purple skin, white flesh
- Shelf life: 2–3 months (dry storage, ventilated)
Applications
- Culinary use (seasoning, sauces, pickles)
- Food processing industries
HS Code
- 0703.10 – Fresh or chilled onions and shallots
✅ Product Highlights
- Grown in Indonesia’s volcanic fertile soil
- Distinctive flavor & aroma – ideal for seasoning and culinary use
- Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals
- Suitable for fresh use or food processing (fried shallots, sauces, powders)
- Export quality – carefully sorted, graded, and packed
Key Selling Points
✅ Strong aroma & flavor profile
✅ Longer shelf life in dry storage
✅ Popular in global cuisines
Packaging & Supply
- Type: Fresh whole shallots
- Size/Weight: 2–5 cm bulbs, various grades available
- Packaging: Mesh bags / cartons (5–20 kg)
- Shelf Life: 2–3 months under dry storage
- Supply Ability: Available year-round
