Fresh Tomatoes in Curd
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🥘 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🔪 Prep Time: 20 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of this delightful dish! Ensure your curd is fresh and not sour for the perfect balance of taste. Also, remember to soak the channa overnight and boil it until tender in your pressure cooker for optimal results.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | firm ripe tomatoes |
| 2 | channa dal |
| 2 | ginger |
| 1 | coriander leaves |
| 1 | mint leaf |
| 1 | sugar |
| 1 | tamarind chutney |
| 1 | cumin seed |
| 2 | red chili powder |
| 1 | garam masala powder |
| 1/2 | salt |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 159.2
- Fat Content: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 5.2mg
- Sodium Content: 39.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.4g
- Fiber Content: 6.5g
- Sugar Content: 11g
- Protein Content: 7.8g
Recipe Instructions:
- Start by quartering the tomatoes and carefully removing the insides, creating tomato boats.
- In a bowl, beat the curds and add half of the cumin seeds, half of the sugar, and salt. Set aside.
- Keep the quartered tomato boats aside for later use.
- In a pressure cooker, cook the channa dal until soft. Once cooked, drain and mash coarsely.
- To the mashed channa dal, add garam masala, red chili powder, remaining sugar, cumin seeds, salt, mint leaves, and ginger.
- Heat the mixture in a heavy pan, stirring continuously until it forms a soft lump. Adjust seasoning and salt if necessary.
- Fill each tomato quarter with the prepared mixture, pressing down gently into the hollow.
- Arrange the stuffed tomato quarters side by side in a shallow dish.
- Pour the seasoned curds over the stuffed tomatoes, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Drizzle tamarind chutney over the dish and sprinkle a few pinches of red chili powder for added flavor.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves for a fresh and vibrant touch.
- Serve immediately as a delightful snack or refreshing salad.
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors and textures with this fresh tomatoes in curd recipe, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the burst of Indian spices and the cooling sensation of curd with every bite!
