Pickles

TOMATO THOKKU/PICKLES

 

It was for a long time i wanted to post this versatile thokku.I call it It versatile because you can have this with almost anything.I have added chilli more  than usual this time to look like the adyar grand sweets tomato pickle.It can be stored for many days so have added oil and chilies more.It is very easy to make and is one of the pickles which beginers can try out easily with confidence.Do try this pickle when you have tomatoes in bulk.See here the simple recipe..

 

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TOMATO THOKKU/PICKLES
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
cup
Ingredients
Course condiments
Cuisine south indian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
cup
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Wash and pat dry dry tomatoes.Chop them finely.
  2. Dry roast fenugreek in a pan.
  3. Once cooled powder it finely with turmeric powder.
  4. The powder should be fine.
  5. Take a pan add sesame oil to it.Add mustard seeds and when they crackle add asafoetida.Add red chilly powder,fenugreek and turmeric powder and allow it to cook.After some time oil will leave the sides.
  6. Add chopped tomatoes.
  7. Add red chilly powder and fenugreek and turmeric powder.
  8. At this stage add salt and mix well.
  9. Lastly add powdered jaggery and mix well
  10. Serve with rice,chapatti or any item.
Recipe Notes

Notes

  • Always use clean and dry spoon while taking pickle out.
  • Use sesame oil only.
  • Using fenugreek powder adds a peculiar aroma to the pickle.