Thakkali Thokku
Ingredients
- 5 Tomatoes
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Gingelli Oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida
- 1 teaspoon Chilly powder
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri Chilly powder
- 1 tablespoon Tamarind juice
- 1 spring Curry leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Jaggery (optional)
Instructions
- 1 Thakkali Thokku is a relish from South India. Thokku is made with different vegetables. Often people confuse Thokku with pickle, but both are not the same.
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First of all, slice tomatoes into pieces and make a smooth juice without adding water in a blender.- 3
In a pan, heat gingelly oil and add mustard seeds. When they start to splutter, add fenugreek seeds and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.- 4
Add asafoetida and mix well.- 5
Now add the tomato purée and tamarind juice, and mix well.- 6
Add enough salt.- 7
Add some chilli powder—both regular and Kashmiri chilli powder for better colour.- 8
If you want a hint of sweetness, just add a teaspoon of jaggery or sugar.- 9
Now stir continuously till the oil starts to separate. Let the water content evaporate as much as possible so that it keeps longer.- 10
Once the oil starts to appear, switch off the flame and let it cool down.- 11
You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.- 12
Best served with dosa, idli, appam, or rice. - 2
