Friday, August 15, 2014

Tomato Thokku


Ingredients:
10 - Large Tomatoes
2 Inch - Ginger
1 1/2 Tsp - Mustard
1 Tsp - Asafoetida
3 to 4 Tsp - Red Chili Powder
1 Tsp - Turmeric Powder
2 Tbsp - Oil
Salt as required.

Procedure:
1) Peel the ginger and grind them in a blender.
2) Blend tomatoes completely with the skin.
3) Heat oil in a pan, add mustard wait till it splatters, then add asafoetida and ginger paste. Saute for couple of seconds, add the blended tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt.
4) Allow it to boil then close the lid half way through, simmer it till it becomes thick and oil separates.

Inspired by my friend Sushma. Just replaced Garlic by Ginger.
Can be used as pickle or chutney. Also good with hot rice. Can also be used as instant mix in any gravy.

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