Indian Style Pickled Onions | Sirke-wale Pyaaz

Indian-style pickled onions, or “sirke wale pyaaz,” are a quintessential condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. With their vibrant pink hue and tangy, slightly sweet taste, these pickled onions are a staple in Indian households and restaurants alike. Perfectly pairing with rich curries, grilled meats, or even simple rice-congee, they elevate dishes with their unique zest. Made with simple ingredients like vinegar, spices, and red onions, this easy-to-make side dish not only enhances your culinary experience but also offers a delightful crunch that leaves a lasting impression on your taste buds. Explore the magic of this Indian-style condiment and transform your meals into a flavor-packed adventure!

How to make Pickled Onions

This is a very simple and easy-to-make recipe. We begin by making the pickling brine.

1. Prepare the Pickling Brine:
   • In a saucepan, combine water, salt, and sugar.
   • Warm the mixture until the salt and sugar have dissolved.
   • Remove from heat and add vinegar.
   • Mix well and allow the brine to cool slightly.
2. Pickling the Onions:
   • Slice some red onions and place them in a sterilized mason jar along with slit green chilies, star anise, and cloves.
   • Pour the cooled pickling brine over the onions in the jar.
   • For a deep red color, add a slice of beetroot to the jar.
   • Cover the jar and refrigerate for 24 hours before using.

The pickled onions can be used for up to a week, and the pickling solution can be reused to pickle a fresh batch of onions. Enjoy these tangy, flavorful onions with your favorite dishes!

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Pickled Onions

Jason Alfred Castelino @ www.oneplateplease.com

Indian-style pickled onions, or "sirke wale pyaaz," are a quintessential condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. With their vibrant pink hue and tangy, slightly sweet taste, these pickled onions are a staple in Indian households and restaurants alike.

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Pickling Time 1 day d

Total Time 1 day d 15 minutes mins

Course Condiments

Cuisine Indian

Servings 1 1000ml Jar

Equipment

• 1 Mason Jar, 1000ml
• 1 Saucepan

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup Water
• 2 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Sugar
• 1 cup White Vinegar
• 2 cups Red Onions, sliced
• 3 nos. Green Chillies, slit
• 2 pcs. Star Anise
• 3 pcs. Cloves

Optional Ingredients:

• 1 slice Beetroot

Instructions

 

Preparing the Pickling Brine:

• Warm the water in a saucepan and add the salt & sugar.
• Once dissolved, take the pan off the heat, add the vinegar & mix.
• Allow the pickling solution to cool a bit

Pickling the Onions:

• Place the sliced red onions, chillies, star anise & cloves in a sterilized mason jar
• Top up the jar with the Pickling Brine
• If you wish to impart a deep red colour to the onions, add a slice of beetroot to the jar
• Cover the jar & refrigerate for 24 hours

Notes

• The Pickled Onions can be used for upto a week
• The pickling solution can be reused for pickling a fresh batch of onions

Keyword Pickled Onions, Sirke Wale Pyaaz

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