Spicy Fried Onions or Leeks

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

6 large leeks
OR
3 large onions
2 tablespoons ghee or oil
1 teaspoon panch phora or cumin seeds
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

directions

Wash leeks well, getting rid of all grit, or peel onions. Cut leeks or onions into fairly thick slices.

Heat ghee or oil in a large saucepan and fry the panch phora or cumin for a minute or two, stirring. Add turmeric and ginger and fry for a minute longer, then turn in the leeks or onions, stir well, and fry for 5 minutes.

Sprinkle garam masala and salt over, cover and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.

Good with lamb or pork.