
Indian Spiced Onions Recipe
Indian spiced onions create spicy preparation just like those served in Indian restaurants as traditional side dish, delicious with crispy papadums. This restaurant-style recipe ensures authentic flavors that recreate the familiar accompaniment found in professional Indian dining establishments. The spicy nature provides heat and flavor complexity while maintaining the essential onion character that makes this side dish so appealing. This traditional accompaniment demonstrates how simple vegetables can be transformed into exciting additions that enhance entire meals. The crispy papadum pairing shows authentic serving suggestions that complete the traditional Indian dining experience with proper accompaniments.

Spicy onions just like the ones served in Indian restaurants as a side dish! Delicious served with crispy papadums as a starter for any Indian meal.
Ingredients
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ketchup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chopped fresh fenugreek leaves
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch salt
Directions
Stir together onion and ketchup in a medium bowl until onion is thinly and evenly coated. Mix in lemon juice. Stir in sugar, cilantro, fenugreek, chili powder, and salt until well combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 24 hours to let the lemon juice neutralize the onion flavor slightly.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
28 | Calories |
0g | Fat |
7g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 28 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Sodium 36mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate 7g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 6g | |
Protein 1g | 1% |
Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
Calcium 8mg | 1% |
Iron 0mg | 1% |
Potassium 69mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.