Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
5 unit

Tomato

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chili

chopped

0.25 tsp

Turmeric Powder

0.5 tsp

Red Chili Powder

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Coconut Oil

0.5 tsp

Mustard Seeds

1 unit

Curry Leaves

cast

0.25 cup

Coconut

chopped

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

5 unit

Onion

halved

Step 1
~3 min

Heat coconut oil in a pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and curry leaves.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté until mustard seeds splutter.

Step 4
~3 min

Add green chilies and chopped tomatoes.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook on low heat until tomatoes soften.

Step 7
~3 min

Grind coconut, cumin seeds, and a little water into a paste.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the ground paste to the cooked tomatoes.

Step 9
~3 min

Simmer for 3-4 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Turn off the heat and serve hot with rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the spice level to your preference.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of ghee at the end.

Serve with appam or dosa for a traditional Kerala meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice, roti, or appam.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kerala Fish Curry
Avial

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Kerala cuisine, often served as a side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Meal
Vegetarian Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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