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Onion

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GASP score by preparation (lower is gentler · 0–10)
PreparationGasBindingOverall
Rawusual7.30.58.1
Steamed6.50.57.2
Boiled & drained5.50.56.1
Roasted (low oil)7.30.58.0
Sautéed7.30.58.0
Pickled5.80.56.6
Puréed / mashed / peeled7.30.57.8
Powdered / dehydrated8.70.59.3
Infused oil1.10.53.0

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Alternatives for onion, ranked three ways. Tap any ingredient to learn what it is.

Closest matchflavor bundle · confidence B

Onion-infused oil + spring onion greens

Keeps the flavour and texture as close to the original as possible.

Fructans are water-soluble, not fat-soluble, so infused oil carries the savoury aroma; spring onion green tops add fresh allium note without the bulb's fructans.

Combined load for these items is 4.0 vs 8.1 for onion — about 4.2 points lower.
Balancedflavor bundle · confidence C

Onion-infused oil + chives + miso

A middle ground between staying true to the dish and easing symptoms.

Infused oil for the aromatic base, chives for fresh allium lift, a little miso for the savoury depth onion usually provides.

Combined load for these items is 4.5 vs 8.1 for onion — about 3.7 points lower.
Safestsafe default · confidence C

Chives + a pinch of asafoetida

Lowest likely gas, urgency, residue and irritation.

Lowest-FODMAP way to get an oniony note; asafoetida gives a savoury allium hint in tiny amounts.

Combined load for these items is 2.0 vs 8.1 for onion — about 6.1 points lower.

Scores are modelled estimates, not medical advice. Everyone's gut is different, and tolerance changes over time. Reintroduce foods one at a time, and follow your own medical team's advice.