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Seeni Sambal (Sri Lankan Sweet Onion Relish) – By Malsha – eLanka   Seeni Sambal (Sri Lankan Sweet Onion Relish) is a popular condiment in Sri Lankan cuisine. It’s sweet, spicy, and tangy, usually served with rice, hoppers, or bread. Here’s a simple recipe for Seeni Sambal: Ingredients: 500g onions (preferably red onions, thinly sliced) 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or coconut oil) 1-2 tablespoons Maldive fish flakes (optional) 2-3 dried red chilies 1-2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 2 tablespoons tamarind paste 2-3 tablespoons sugar (jaggery works best) Salt to taste Curry leaves (a small handful) 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches) 3-4 cloves of garlic (sliced) 1 small piece of pandan leaf (optional) Instructions: Prepare the onions: Peel and thinly slice the onions. Set aside. Heat the oil: In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, add mustard seeds and ...