Tomato Chutney

2 medium tomatoes

½ tsp chopped hing(asoefetida)

1 tsp mustard seeds

½ tsp methi(fenugreek) seeds

1 tbsp coconut, shredded

3 tsp red chilli powder

1 tsp dhania (coriander) powder

½ tsp turmeric powder

1 very small ball of tamarind , de-seeded

1 small onion minced finely

2 clovettes of garlic, minced finely

Salt to taste

3 tbsp oil for frying

Heat 1/2 the amount of oil and add the methi.
Fry for a minute and then add the tomatoes.
Fry till the tomatoes turn soft.
Blend this into a smooth paste, along with the tamarind and the coconut.
Set aside.
Heat the rest of the oil and add the chopped garlic and onion.
Fry till the onion turns translucent and the garlic browns.
Now add the spices(red chilli, turmeric and dhania) and fry for half a minute.
Add the blended paste, salt and hing and heat through.
Goes very well with plain rice or chapati.

Suitable Drinks

Soft Drinks

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