Tomato Kurma / Thakkali Kurma

Seasoning:
Mustard - 1 tsp
Curry leaves - 1 sprig

Ground Paste:
Green Chilly - 4-5
Coconut - 3 tsp
Cinnamon - 1 small piece
cloves - 3
Roasted channa dal/Pottu kadalai - 1 tbsp
Poppy seeds / khuskhus - 1 tsp
Fennel seeds - 1/2 tsp

Other Ingredients:
Onion - 1, finely chopped
Ginger Garlic paste - 1 tsp
Tomatoes - 4-5, finely chopped
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
Salt to taste

Method:

• Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds and curry leaves.
• Add onion, saute till it becomes translucent.
• Add turmeric powder and ginger garlic paste, fry till the raw smell goes.
• Then add tomotoes and salt.
• When the tomatoes are done add ground masala.
• Add about 2 cups of water and cover the pan.
• simmer for about 15-20 mins.
• Garnish with some coriander leaves and serve hot with dosas or idlis.