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Malai Spring Onion Bonda
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Malai Spring Onion Bonda

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mangalore cooking — Malai Spring Onion Bonda brings a malai touch with a classic bonda finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 16 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Heavy Cream1/3 cup
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Spring Onions250 g, chopped
  • Cashews10, soaked

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Onion bonda recipe/ bonda recipe/ pulibongaraalu/South Indian bonda recipe/Iftar recipes/Andhrabonda · on YouTube