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Fried Onion Raita made with caramelized or browned onions added to dahi

Fried Onion Raita | Caramelized Onions in Tempered Yogurt

Aruna
This Fried Onion Raita is a wonderful accompaniment to Biryanis. The sweet undertone from the caramelized onions provides the perfect counterbalance to spicy Biryani.
In our home, we also enjoy it with rotis and parathas.
This version of Onion Raita also finds favour with people who dislike the taste and smell of raw onions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Accompaniment, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Gluten Free, Indian, Vegetarian
Servings 2 People
Calories 127 kcal
Equipment
  • Bowl
  • Spoon
  • Small Kadai
  • Chopping Board and Knife
Ingredients
  
  • 1 Cup Dahi
  • 1/2 Cup Onion (Thinly Sliced)
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • Salt to Taste
For Tempering
  • 1/2 tsp Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1 Green Chilli (Finely Chopped)
  • A Few Curry Leaves
Optional Flavouring
  • Chaat Masala
  • Chilli Powder
Instructions
 
Prep the Dahi
  • Add 1 Cup Dahi to a bowl and whisk well till it is smooth and has no lumps.
Caramelizing the Onions
  • In a heavy bottomed pan, over medium flame, heat 1 tsp of oil.
  • Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions and fry till they soften.
  • {Optional} Add a pinch of sugar and continue to fry. 
    Note: The sugar helps caramalize the onions faster and adds a depth of flavour to the raita as well.
  • Continue to fry the sliced onions on medium heat till they turn brown.
Making the Fried Onion Raita
  • Add the caramelized onion to the beaten yogurt and mix well.
  • {Optional} If you so wish, add some chaat masala and/or chilli powder and mix well. I did not do this.
  • In a small heavy-bottomed kadai or a tempering ladle, heat 1/2 tsp oil.
  • Now add 1/4 tsp mustard seeds and stir-fry till they crackle.
  • Next, add 1/4 tsp cumin seeds and stir-fry for a few seconds.
  • Finally add 1 finely sliced green chilli and a few curry leaves, and stir-fry till the curry leaves turn crisp.
  • Add the tempering to the Fried Onion Raita and mix well.
  • Let the Raita rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 127 kcalCarbohydrates: 11 gProtein: 5 gFat: 7 gSaturated Fat: 3 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1 gMonounsaturated Fat: 3 gTrans Fat: 0.01 gCholesterol: 16 mgSodium: 1296 mgPotassium: 256 mgFiber: 2 gSugar: 8 gVitamin A: 182 IUVitamin C: 36 mgCalcium: 168 mgIron: 0.4 mg
Keyword Fried Onion Raita, Onion Raita, Raita, Thayir Pachadi
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