Thakkali Thokku

Ingredients

• Tomatoes - 1 kg

• Tamarind - lemon sized

Saute & grind:

• Fenugreek - 1 tsp

• Mustard seeds - 1 tsp

For Tempering:

• Oil - 1/4 cup

• Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp

• Fenugreek - 10 nos

• Garlic pods - 15 nos (optional)

• Red Chilies - 2 nos

• Curry leaves

• Asofoetida - 1/4 tsp

• Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp

• 2 tbsp Chili powder

• Salt

• Jaggery - 1 tsp

Directions

1. Saute mustard and fenugreek on low flame. Cool and grind to powder.

2. Grind tomatoes or chopped tomatoes as per preferences

3. Add the tomatoes to the pan, cover and cook for 20 to 40 mins until water evaporates

4. Add tamarind water and cook until water evaporates

5. Heat oil, add mustard, fenugreek, garlic, red chillies, and curry leaves. Turn off.

6. Add asofoetida, turmeric powder, and chilli powder. Then add the fenugreek and mustard seeds powder.

7. Turn on the flame, add this to the tomatoes and salt. Mix well and cook for 5 to 7 mins.

8. Add jaggery.