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    Home » Sindhi Recipes

    Sindhi Onion Pickle-Basar ji khatairn

    Apr 17, 2020 · 5 Comments

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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

    sindhi onion pickle ingredients
    • baby onions
    • red chilli powder
    • salt
    • turmeric powder
    • coarsely ground mustard seeds

    refer to recipe card for details.

    Instructions

    1. Slit the onions.

    2.Add the spices ,keep in sunlight. Move it to a jar with water/oil,keep further in sunlight.

    sindhi onion pickle steps
    • 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.

    Related links

    • Dal ka paratha-Mung dal stuffed flatbread
    • Quick pickled vegetables | pickled veggies
    • Low oil Vegetable Pickle
    • 10+ Homemade Indian pickle recipes
    • Mango garlic pickle

     

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    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 hrs
    Cook Time20 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.

    More Sindhi Recipes

    • Air fryer onion pakora | Onion bhajiya
    • Besani - chickpea flour flatbread
    • Sindhi Chauthe
    • Mitho lolo | Sindhi sweet flatbread
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    Comments

    1. himanshu says

      August 28, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      Bhavana, great recipes, very well illustrated and written.

      Reply
      • bhavana bhatia says

        April 06, 2019 at 2:58 am

        Thank you Himanshu

        Reply
    2. Ramesh says

      April 19, 2020 at 12:59 am

      Very testy. Fat free. Full of vitamins. Easy to make.

      Reply
      • Gaurav says

        April 19, 2020 at 9:08 pm

        Yes Ramesh ji..totally agree

        Reply
    3. Harish Kumar Lalwani says

      April 19, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      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

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