Surinamese Onion Cake

Ingredients

The Surinamese Onion Cake differs from the original Welsh Onion Cake by incorporating Surinamese spices and flavors. The addition of masala and sambal gives the dish a distinct Caribbean twist, adding a touch of heat and complexity to the traditional recipe. We alse have the original recipe for Welsh Onion Cake, so you can check it out.

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Surinamese masala spice blend 2 teaspoons Surinamese masala spice blend
• 1 teaspoon sambal (Surinamese chili paste) 1 teaspoon sambal (Surinamese chili paste)
• 200g all-purpose flour (1 ½ cups) 200g all-purpose flour (1 ½ cups)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 200ml milk (¾ cup) 200ml milk (¾ cup)
• 100g butter, melted (7 tablespoons) 100g butter, melted (7 tablespoons)
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 14g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 33g, 6g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.6g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a round cake pan.
2. 2.
   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
3. 3.
   Stir in the Surinamese masala spice blend and sambal, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. 4.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. 6.
   Spread half of the batter into the greased cake pan. Top with half of the cooked onions. Repeat the layers with the remaining batter and onions.
7. 7.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. 8.
   Allow the Surinamese Onion Cake to cool for a few minutes before removing it from the pan. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Onions — Make sure to thinly slice the onions for even cooking and distribution throughout the cake.
• Surinamese masala spice blend — If you can't find a ready-made blend, you can make your own by combining ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cloves.
• Sambal — Adjust the amount of sambal according to your spice preference. Add more for extra heat or reduce for a milder flavor.
• Fresh cilantro — If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute it with parsley for a milder herb flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can sprinkle some grated cheese between the layers of onions.
• Serve the Surinamese Onion Cake as a side dish with Surinamese main courses or as a delicious appetizer.
• Leftovers can be enjoyed cold or reheated in the oven for a few minutes to regain their crispiness.
• Experiment with different Surinamese spice blends to customize the flavors to your liking.
• Serve the Surinamese Onion Cake with a dollop of Surinamese peanut sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Surinamese Onion Cake warm as a side dish or appetizer. It pairs well with Surinamese main courses such as chicken curry or beef stew. Cut it into wedges and garnish with fresh cilantro for an attractive presentation.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional Surinamese masala spice blend on top of the cake before serving. This will add a pop of color and hint at the delicious flavors within.