Tomatos are abundantly loaded with lycopene, which has been found to reduce risk of high cholesterol, protect eyes and skin, and boost immunity and heart health. Vitamin K, B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6 and minerals such as potassium, manganese and iron further make tomatoes a popular superfood.
4-5 - Tomatoes (chopped) ½ cup - Thick sev (readily available or homemade) ½ tsp - Cumin seeds ¼ tsp - Mustard seeds 1 - Onion (finely chopped) (optional) Finely chopped coriander 1 tsp - Ginger Garlic paste 1 - Finely chopped green chili 2 tsp - Sugar ½ tsp - Kashmiri Red chili powder ¼ tsp - Turmeric powder 1 tsp - Coriander powder ¼ tsp - Garam masala powder 2 tbsp - Oil ½ cup - Water Salt as per your taste
In a kadhai, heat oil on medium flame. Add cumin and mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add finely chopped onions and sauté until lightly browned.
Add chopped tomatoes, ginger garlic paste, and green chili. Mix for 30 seconds.
Sauté, then add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and sugar. Mix and cook on medium flame for 2 minutes.
Pour ½ cup water and stir until tomatoes soften. Add sev and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Turn off the flame when the water is absorbed and the curry thickens. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve the curry with hot roti or phulkas or paratha.