Thakkali means Tomato in tamil. Thakkali kozhambu is prepared using tomatoes. Its spicy and sour at the same time. Its usually accompanied with rice .


Ingredients:
5 medium sized tomatoes.
1 large onion (chopped).
4-5 dry red chillies.
5-6 spoons of grated coconut.
Grated ginger.
Garlic (optional).
Cumin seeds -1 tsp.
Mustard seeds - 1tsp.
Fenugreek seeds - 1/4 tsp.
coriander seeds - 1/4 tsp.

For seasoning:
Asafoetida - 1/4tsp.
curry leaves - 9-10 leaves.
corainder leaves - 1tbsp.
Salt to taste.


Method:

1. In a vessel, heat oil and toss in mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds and coriander seeds.
2. After seasoning, add cut onions and fry them till the onions appear light brown.
3. Add tomatoes and red chillies, pour 4-5 cups of water and allow the mixture to boil for 10 - 15 minutes.
4. Add ginger, asafoetida and grated coconut into the mixture and leave it on low flame for about 5 minutes.
5. After removing the pan from the flame, add curry and coriander leaves.

Making Time: 25 minutes
Serves : 4 persons.
Shelflife : 1 day ( if refrigerated, can be used for 2 days).


Note:Choose good tomatoes for this recipe. The tomatoes should be ripe for better taste.


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