Shallots or Chuvannu Ulli usually comes from other states to Kerala. But now it grows very well here also. Seen here is Chuvanna Ulli grown on my terrace in Ollur, Thrissur, Kerala. I trim the leaves and use it in Salads.
Boil water, add chopped Shallot leaves, little salt, any other handy vegetables like Tomato, Pumpkin, Garlic etc. Add a spoon of Sambhar powder or Chana Masala Powder. I added some mixture as well that you can see. It adds the taste of the soup. Simmer for 10 minutes and serve hot soup.