Onion Thalippu Vadagam

Onion Thalippu Vadagam is a traditional South Indian seasoning ingredient made from shallot onions, garlic, and aromatic spices mixed together and sun-dried into small balls. These vadagams are used for tempering (thalippu) in gravies, curries, and kuzhambu, adding a rich traditional aroma and authentic homemade flavor to dishes.

• Shallot onion
• Garlic
• Mustard seeds
• Cumin seeds
• Fenugreek seeds
• Urad dal
• Fennel seeds
• Turmeric powder
• Castor oil
• Himalayan salt

1. Heat 1–2 tablespoons cooking oil in a pan.
2. Add a small piece of Thalippu Vadagam into the hot oil.
3. Allow it to fry and release its aroma for a few seconds.
4. Add the tempering to sambar, rasam, kuzhambu, or curry.
5. Mix well and enjoy the rich traditional flavor.