Tangy Tomato with Sesame seeds and Jaggery / Tamatar ki Chutney

We Indians have an age old affair with Tomatoes, Isn't it ?? That beautiful, Juicy and Irresistible Tomato, glowing brilliant in Red color  has a very important place in Indian cuisine. Loaded with incredible benefits of antioxidants, Rich in Vitamins and Minerals and most important it is now scientifically proven that it also helps to reduce formation of free radicals known to cause Cancer.

This is a quick and easy recipe to enjoy Tomato as a side dish for Lunch/ Dinner or with Paratha's . The addition of Sesame/Till seeds gives the nice nutty flavor whereas Jaggery adds the little sweetness to the recipe.

 

Ingredients :

2 Chopped Tomatoes
1 Green Chili
Handful of Curry leaves
Handful of Coriander Leaves
1/2 Tablespoon Sesame seeds/ Til
1/2 Tablespoon Mustard seeds
1/4 Tablespoon Hing
1/2 Tablespoon Turmeric Powder
1 Small piece of Jaggery
1/2 Tablespoon Grated Ginger
1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil

Salt to taste


Recipe :

1. In a Pan, Heat the oil. Add Mustard seeds and let it splutter, Add Hing, Curry Leaves, Green Chili, Ginger Paste and Sesame seeds and saute for 2-3 min.

2. Add chopped Tomatoes with Salt, Turmeric Powder and Jaggery, Mix well and close the lid. Let it cook for 10 min. Garnish with Coriander Leaves and serve hot.