Tomato Gojju Recipe: A Karnataka Sweet & Spicy Delight
30 minutes
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About Tomato Gojju Recipe: A Karnataka Sweet & Spicy Delight
Discover the vibrant flavors of Karnataka with this authentic Tomato Gojju recipe! A cherished family heirloom, this quick and easy dish boasts a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. Made with simple pantry staples, it's a versatile side perfect for rice, rotis, or akki rotti.The secret ingredient? A homemade rasam powder, which adds depth and complexity. While store-bought works, homemade truly elevates the experience (see our notes below for tips!). This Tomato Gojju recipe is a testament to the simple joys of delicious, home-cooked food. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this flavorful Karnataka specialty—it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
Spices & Aromatics
- 1 tbsp Oil vegetable or coconut oil preferred
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds rai; black mustard seeds preferred
- 1/4 tsp Fenugreek Seeds methi dana
- 5-7 Chilies adjust to your spice preference, dried, red
- 1 pinch Asafoetida hing
- 1 tbsp Rasam Powder homemade is recommended for best flavor. see notes for recipe ideas.
Produce
- 3 cup Tomatoes roughly chopped
- 2 sprigs Curry Leaves
- 2 Chilies green, slit; adjust to taste
Sweetener & Seasoning
Liquid
- 1.8 cup Water
Instructions
Preparing the Tempering
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and fenugreek seeds. Once the mustard seeds splutter, add the dry red chilies and asafoetida. Sauté briefly.
Cooking the Tomato Gojju
- Add the chopped tomatoes, rasam powder, and salt to the pan. Stir in 1.5 cups of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are fully cooked and the oil separates from the mixture.
Finishing Touches
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding jaggery for desired sweetness. For a final tempering, add a dash of oil in a small pan and saute mustard seeds and the slit green chilies. Pour this over the gojju.
Serving
- Serve hot with rice, phulkas, rotis, or akki rotti.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Tomato Gojju
- Homemade Rasam Powder: For an authentic taste, consider making your own rasam powder. Blend together dried red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and turmeric powder. Adjust quantities to your preferred spice level.
- Tomato Selection: Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best taste. Roma tomatoes or a mix of varieties work well.
- Jaggery Adjustment: The amount of jaggery depends on the type you use and your personal preference. Start with less and add more to taste.
- Spice Level: Adjust the number of red chilies according to your spice preference. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gSodium: 1140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14g
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This looks incredible! Thank you.
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Looks so wonderful! Thanks for posting.