Tomato kurma is a simple and tasty side dish that goes well with idly and dosai.

Ingredients:

• 2 nos – Tomato (chopped finely)
• 1 no – Onion (chopped finely)
• 1 tsp – Ginger garlic crushed
• 1 no – Green chilli
• 1/4 tsp – Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp – Red chilli powder
• 2 tsp – Coriander powder/dhania
• 1 tbsp – Coriander leaves for garnishing
• Salt as needed

For grinding:

• 2 to 3 tbsp – Coconut grated
• 1/4 tsp – Fennel seeds
• 1/4 tsp – Cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp – Poppy seeds
• 4 or 5 nos – Cashew nuts

Seasonings:

• 1 tbsp – Oil
• 1/4 tsp – Mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp – Split black gram (ulunthu)
• Few curry leaves

Preparation method:

1. Grind items given “for grinding” to a smooth paste. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan, season with items given for seasoning. Add onion, ginger garlic crushed, green chilli and little salt, saute until translucent or golden brown.
3. Next add tomato and saute till massy. Then add all masala powders and saute till raw smell goes off.
4. Add 1 1/2 to 2 cups of water, bring it to boil and cook for 5 mins. Finally add ground paste and cook for another 5 mins. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with idly or dosai.