Lachha Pyaz | Indian Onion Salad | Video
Flavored with classic Indian chaat masala, this lachha pyaz recipe is a must-try accompaniment to any Indian meal. Vegan and gluten free.
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Ingredients
- 4 large red onions
- 1 large bowl of iced water
- 1 tablespoon chaat masala
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- Juice from 1 lemon
- Salt black salt for authentic taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Cut off the stem end and root end of the onions.
- Peel the onions.
- Turn onions on their side, one at a time, and cut down straight to make rings.
- Cut the slices as evenly as you can.
- Use your fingers to separate the rings.
- Transfer onion rings to the bowl of iced water. Set aside for 10 minutes. Drain.
- Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add chaat masala, red chili powder, lemon juice and coriander (cilantro) leaves.
- Season with salt. Toss.
- Serve with Indian meals.
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Notes
- Serving suggestions for this onion salad:Side for Indian meals, side for roasts, in burgers and wraps.
- Use fresh firm red onions to make this salad
- Make sure you cut the rings as evenly as possible
- Soaking onions in iced water retain its crunchiness
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g