Tomato Thokku
Ingredients
- 3 large Tomatoes (chopped finely)
- 1 teaspoon Tamarind Paste (adjust as per preference)
- 1 teaspoon Sambar Powder
- 2 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- 1 tablespoon Jaggery (adjust as per preference)
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Seeds (dry roasted and powdered)
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder (optional)
- ΒΌ teaspoon Hing
- Salt to taste
- Oil as needed
Instructions
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Take about 2 tablespoons of oil in a thick bottom pan.
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Add the tomatoes, jaggery, and tamarind paste.
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Let it stand for an hour.
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This makes the tomatoes darken in color due to the tamarind and becomes soft as well.
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Now, place it on low heat and let it simmer for at least 10 to 12 minutes.
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Add the seasonings like salt, sambar powder, chilli powder, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chilli, and coriander seeds powder.
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Cool a bit and pulse it in a mixer jar if a smooth texture is preferred or let it remain chunky.
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Heat a tablespoon of oil in a tempering pan.
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Add mustard seeds.
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Let them crackle.
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Add the curry leaves and hing.
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Pour it into the tomato mixture.
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Mix well.
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Let it cool to room temperature.
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Store in the fridge for a longer shelf life.
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Use a clean, dry spoon to remove as needed.
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Serve with curd rice, idli, dosa, parathas etc.
Recipe Notes
Use sesame oil for authentic taste.
