ONION SALAD

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  INGREDIENTS

  1. Red Onions- 3 medium
  2. Green chillies- 5nos.
  3. Lemon juice- 1/2 lemon
  4. Vinegar- 2tsp
  5. pepper/ red chilli powder- a pinch
  6. Salt- to taste.

METHOD
  • Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
  • Squeeze the onions with hand for 2-3min till the onion becomes soft and deep pink.
  • cover the bowl with a cling film and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
  • serve cold.

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