Indian baby onions, also known as shallots, offer a mild spiciness and a delicate natural sweetness, perfect for authentic South Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. They caramelize beautifully and are ideal for curries, chutneys, and stir-fries. Available at peak freshness from Sairas, your expert for high-quality international foods.
Authentic Indian mini onions (shallots)
Discover the essential flavor of Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine with our fresh Indian mini onions, often also called shallots. An indispensable ingredient in Indian dishes and Persian specialties, these small onions impress with their firm flesh, paper-thin skin, and a particularly intense yet mild aroma. Their delicate, slightly sweet pungency clearly distinguishes them from conventional onions and lends every dish an unparalleled aromatic depth.
Culinary profile
The mini onion is characterized by its harmonious balance of spiciness and mildness. In its raw state, it offers a pleasant pungency that transforms into a gentle caramel note when fried or slowly braised. This natural sweetness is ideal for accentuating complex spice profiles in sauces and stews without overpowering the other flavors.
Uses & Recipes
In authentic South Asian cuisine, baby onions are incredibly versatile. They form the perfect aromatic base for hearty curries, flavorful dals, and traditional stir-fries. Whether braised whole or lightly caramelized, they are a true delicacy. They are also excellent for making fresh chutneys, homemade pickles, and delicate marinades. Anyone wanting to bring the flair of Hamburg's Orient Market directly into their own kitchen simply cannot do without this ingredient.
Product details
At Sairas, we place the highest value on quality and absolute transparency. Here you will find all the important product information at a glance:
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Ingredients: 100% baby onions (shallots)
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Allergens: Contains no declarable allergens.
Average nutritional values (per 100 g)
| Nutritional value |
Crowd |
| Calorific value / Energy |
314 kJ / 75 kcal |
| Fat |
< 0.2 g |
| hereof: saturated fatty acids |
< 0.1 g |
| carbohydrates |
16.0 g |
| of which sugar |
4.5 g |
| protein |
2.0 g |
| Salt |
0.01 g |
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