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Summers reminds me of special pickles. Sindhi Onion Pickle or Basar ji khatairn is one such traditional recipe for indian onion pickle. Basar means onion and khatairn means pickle in Sindhi.This traditional Sindhi pickle is also called as Sandhyala basar .It is mandatory in many households.Summer means there is strong heat everywhere.
This instant onion pickle recipe is quite healthy too. Onions save you from heat. It is also very tasty.It is tangy and helps you digest any khichdi. Other sindhi recipes include Dal pakwan, Kali mirch koki, Onion koki , sindhi kadhi, bhuga chawar, Sindhi toor dal kadhi , sindhi chauthe, sindhi besani ,sindhi tairi ,sindhi papad , sindhi sai bhaji , sindhi mitho lolo and Sindhi khorak.
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No meal is complete without such special tidbits.Flavor packed spoonfuls which make even a bland dish delicious.Even today,many people eat onion and paratha for lunch when on the move.In olden days, ladies would make various pickles in the backyard. These pickles were multi-purpose recipes.
Serving suggestion: You can eat a simple lunch on few days by just pairing it with some pickle.Any paratha tastes great with pickle be it methi thepla or aloo paratha.Juar jo dodho /sorghum roti,dal paratha/stuffed lentil bread.Be it Paneer/mooli/aloo paratha or lauki thepla.
Benefits of pickles
Contrary to what people feel, that they are too spicy and oily, pickling is actually good for health. Picking is a form of fermentation. Fermented foods help your gut immensely. Onion achar or onion pickle is a favourite.They are loaded with probiotics.In the olden days, people altered their diet, according to the weather. This would help avoid use of medicines unlike today.
If you are vegan , fermented foods helped you with digestion. This pickle especially as onions and salt help you prevent sunstroke.You also enjoy simple recipes more with a little spoonful of achar.Be it dal or khichdi or plain curd rice.
Achar ke vichar achche hai!
Equipment
- sterilised glass jar
- Mixing bowl
- Cling film
- knife
- saucepan / electric kettle
Ingredients
- baby onions
- red chilli powder
- salt
- turmeric powder
- coarsely ground mustard seeds
refer to recipe card for details.
Instructions
- Slit the onions.
2.Add the spices ,keep in sunlight. Move it to a jar with water/oil,keep further in sunlight.
- Take a sterilized glass jar and mix the remaining spice with onions.
- Add water and keep the jar in sunlight or warm place for 2-3 days(in winters it might take around a week).The pickle is ready to be consumed.
- Refrigerate once ready.
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Read the Basar ji khatairn recipe below:
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4.45 from 20 votes
Sindhi Onion Pickle-Basar ji khatairn
Sindhi Onion pickle is an easy summer pickle.Pickled onions are a great relish and add taste to the blandest of curries.
Prep Time6 hours hrs
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Course: Pickle
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Basar ji khatairn, sandhyala achar, sindhi onion pickle
Servings: 10
Author: bhavana bhatia
Equipment
sterilised glass jar
Mixing bowl
Cling film
knife
saucepan / electric kettle
Ingredients
- 500 gm baby onions/shallots
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chilly powder
- 2-3 tablespoon coarsely powdered yellow mustard seeds
- ¼ cup oil optional only if you want to make without water
- 1 cup Water boiled and cooled
- 2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel onions and rinse well.
Slit onions (criss-cross) from the larger side half way through.
Mix all spices with salt.
Apply spice mix to the onions and let it rest in sun for 2-3 hours.
Take a sterilized glass jar and mix the remaining spice with onions.
Add water and keep the jar in sunlight or warm place for 2-3 days(in winters it might take around a week).The pickle is ready to be consumed.
Refrigerate once ready.
Notes
Notes
Do not add water if you want the pickle to be consumed dry. Addition of water will make it bit thin and liquid.
Dry pickle can be stored for a long time at room temperature. If you add water then it needs to be stored in refrigerator.
FAQ
Do pickled onions have good bacteria?
Yes, it has good amount of digestive enzymes and good probiotics.
Food safety
- Always use a clean dry jar for storing your pickle.
- Never keep the cooking food unattended.
- Keep the kitchen well ventilated while cooking food.
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himanshu says
Bhavana, great recipes, very well illustrated and written.
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bhavana bhatia says
Thank you Himanshu
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Ramesh says
Very testy. Fat free. Full of vitamins. Easy to make.
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Gaurav says
Yes Ramesh ji..totally agree
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Harish Kumar Lalwani says
Harish Kumar Lalwani
अंग्रेजीअ जा गुलाम सिंधी,
जिनिजी सिंधी बि अंग्रेजीअ में
अहिड़ा सिंधी,
अच्छा लटा पर खीसा खाली,
बैंक बैलेंस न हुजे भली पर
नवां पर्दा,नओं फर्नीचर हुजे
अहिड़ा डे॒खाव वारा सिंधी,
धन्य आही झूलण जा प्यारा
लखनि में हिकु आहीं तूं सिंधी।Reply
