Shallots, often referred to as small onions, sambar onions, or pearl onions, are low in calories and contain no sodium, fat, or cholesterol. They are rich in dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium. Regular intake of onions can help reduce high cholesterol and blood pressure levels. Additionally, they are beneficial for treating common colds, heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and other health issues.
In rural South India, people commonly enjoy raw sambar onions with curd rice for breakfast. The leftover rice is soaked overnight in water, and the next morning, curd or buttermilk along with a pinch of salt is added to the soaked rice, known as Pazhayathu or Pazhaya Sadam, meaning old rice. Some individuals consume the soaked rice plain with raw onion and drink the soaking water, which is both satisfying and refreshing.
Incorporate sambar onions into your recipes whenever possible, particularly in various types of sambars.
Recipes with Onions
Coconut Onion Chutney
Difficulty: EasyCoconut onion chutney is a South Indian condiment made with coconut, onions, and spices. It is typically served with dosa, idli, or other South Indian breakfast dishes. This chutney goes well with Akki Roti & Mangalore Bonda.
Spicy Onion Chutney
Difficulty: EasyThis spicy version of onion chutney is made with pearl (sambar) onion, red chilies and tamarind.
Vendhaya (Fenugreek) Kuzhambu
Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: EasyVendhaya kuzhambu is a traditional South Indian dish known for its unique flavor and health benefits.
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Hello Kamala..I just stumbled upon your blog and I couldn’t help myself from commenting.You have a great blog with superb recipes!!Thanks a ton for sharing these.I am going to try many of them.Will be back with the feedback 🙂 Looking forward to more recipes from you.Thanks again and take care.
Cheers,
Shalini
Hi Shalini,
Thank you for your comments. Your feedback is most welcome.
Love the look of these onions, Kamala! Makes me nostalgic.
Hi Ms/Mrs. Kamala,
It would be unfair, If I don’t Aprreciate and thank u after enjoying your receipes.
Sometimes when we hear old songs, it will gives us a feeling that we are in the past or just our mind will be lingering ( and enjying too ) our younger days. That sort of feeling I had when i read yours.
It just reminded my childhood days, When I ate food from my mom’s hand. I can’t tell u more than that.
Thank u
M.Lakshmi
Hi Lakshmi,
Thank you for your comments. I felt that the very purpose of my blog is achieved by your comments.