Tomato chutney
Tomato chutney, which is a beloved staple in Tamil households. It is popularly known as Known as thakkali chutney, often prepared with onions, garlic, and dried red chilies, used as a spicy staple for idli or dosa. It is incredibly versatile, commonly served with idli or dosai for breakfast, or paired with chapathi or rice and milk for dinner. With just a few minor adjustments, it is an excellent, budget-friendly way to complement almost any meal.
As a quick historical note, tomatoes were originally introduced in 16th century to India by the Portuguese. Today, they are essential to Indian cuisine, and their natural tartness is often used as an effective substitute for tamarind in recipes like mint chutney.
When you are travelling you can pack it with your idlies or small uthappams which will stay fresh for a longer period. Tangy and spicy, this Tomato Chutney is a vibrant, traditional Indian side dish passed down from my maternal grandmother. It’s one of my favourite ways to enjoy tomatoes year-round, and that bold red colour always feels festive, yet still easy enough for everyday meals.
My family usually prefer it with Pesarattu.
Heat Oil in a pan. Add Onions, garlic ,tomatoes and red chillies and cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
Add in Salt, add in curry leaves and coriander leaves.
Switch off the flame as the coriander leaves shrink. Allow it to cool and mix in a blender.
Serve with Idly or dosai or pesarathu.
Tomato chutney
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat Oil in a pan. Add Onions, garlic ,tomatoes and red chillies and cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
- Add in Salt, add in curry leaves and coriander leaves.
- Switch off the flame as the coriander leaves shrink. Allow it to cool and mix in a blender.
- Serve with Idly or dosai or pesarathu.
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