Grown extensively, all over India, onions form the most important vegetable in our daily cooking. Besides, adding flavour to food, onions have high medicinal properties especially in the raw form, in salads and raithas.Onion has a high content of carbohydrates, some protein and traces of vitamins and iron and has sodium, potassium and calcium.
Potato Onion Fry is the most popular and a commonly made dish in South India. A simple and versatile dish, this can be used in multiple way – as a…
Vengaya means onion in the Tamil language. Onion Sambar is one of the most favorite dishes in South Indian states which is ideal for a healthy breakfast. It is commonly…
Onion Rava Dosa  is a delicious and crispy snack found in the menu of every South Indian restaurant. It is easy to make and is perfect for a great evening…
A simple and easy to make pickle with onions. A great accompaniment to curd rice, dosa or idli. Ingredients: Onions – 250 gms Tamarind – a small lemon size, seedless…
Ulli Theeyal is a traditional Kerala dish made with shallots. Similar to the sambar, theeyal is made with okra (bhindi) or with bitter gourds too. Serve this with rice or…
This Chettinad style Kara Chutney is best served as a side dish with idli, dosa or roti. Ingredients: Onions – 4 to 6, depending on size, finely chopped Tomatoes –…
Onion Rice
Onion Uthappam
Light, crispy and addictive, onion rings are a very popular anytime snack and goes well with any dish. Ingredients: Onions – 500 gms, large ones Buttermilk – 500 ml Maida…
A delicious and comforting soup with onions served with toasted cheese bread on top. Ingredients: Onions – 500 gms, finely chopped Maida (Plain Flour) – 1 1/2 tblsp Vegetable Stocks…
Fried Onion Rings
A delicious and healthy breakfast dish. A great way to start the day. Ingredients: Eggs – 5 to 6 Onion – 1, finely sliced Red Chilli Flakes – 1/2 tsp…
Crispy Fried Vegetables
Made with small onions or shallots, this is a popular side dish recipe in many parts of South India. Ingredients: Small Onions (Shallots) – 200 gms Dry Red Chillies –…
A meal by itself or makes a great weekend brunch dish. Ingredients: Chicken – 225 gms, cooked Red Capsicum – 1 cup, seeds removed, finely sliced Onion – 1, large,…
A simple and easy to make salad with mangoes and red onions. Ingredients: Mango – 1 cup, finely chopped (not too ripe and not too raw) Onion – 1, finely…
Ingredients: Shiitake Mushrooms – 100 gms, sliced Button Mushrooms – 100 gms, sliced Onions – 1/2 cup, chopped White Wine (or Vinegar) – 2 tblsp Thyme – 1 sprig, chopped…
Ingredients: Onions – 2, sliced thinly Maida (Plain Flour) – 1/2 cup + little extra Corn Flour – 2 tblsp Baking Powder – 1/2 tsp Salt as per taste Coconut…
Ingredients: Onions – 500 gms Red Chilli Powder – 2 tsp Garam Masala Powder – 2 tsp Turmeric Powder – a pinch Cumin Seeds – little Mustard Seeds – little…
This rasam is different from the regular ones and can be made on occasions when variety is the need of the hour. Ingredients: Sambar Onions (Shallots) – 6, finely chopped…
Ingredients: Small Onions (Sambar Onions) – 1 cup, finely chopped Tamarind Extract – 1 cup Green Chillies – 2, chopped Turmeric Powder – 1/2 tsp Jaggery – little (optional) Oil…