Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Tomato

finely chopped

2 sprigs

Curry leaves

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

1 pinch

Salt

or rock salt

1 pinch

Sugar

Step 1
~6 min

Heat oil in a kadai (wok).

Step 2
~6 min

Add finely chopped tomatoes, curry leaves, and green chilies to the kadai.

Step 3
~6 min

Add turmeric powder, coriander leaves, salt (or rock salt), and sugar.

Step 4
~6 min

Sauté the mixture for about 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes become mushy and the raw smell disappears.

Step 5
~6 min

Allow the mixture to cool down completely.

Step 6
~6 min

Transfer the cooled mixture to a blender and blend until it forms a smooth paste.

Step 7
~6 min

Serve the Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney with Rajgira Panner Paratha or any other dish of your choice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.

For a more intense flavor, temper mustard seeds and asafoetida in oil before adding the tomatoes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 2-3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with South Indian breakfast dishes like dosa, idli, or vada.

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dosa
Idli
Vada
Rice
Sambar
Rajgira Panner Paratha

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as an accompaniment to breakfast and lunch in South Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Used as part of thalis during festivals
Served during family gatherings and celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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