Thakkali Thokku

Ingredients

Tomato           - 8 to 10

Chilli Powder  - 3/4 tsp

Salt                  - to taste

Mustard Seeds - to splutter(optional)

Gingelly Oil     - 1 tblsp

Method

• Place the tomatoes in boiling water for ten to fifteen minutes.Remove when skin comes off and let it cool and blend.
     
• Heat oil in a pan,splutter mustard seeds,add the tomato puree,chilli powder and salt.Keep the flame in low and stir in between till the tomato swirls in the pan.Transfer to a bowl and serve with idli,dosa,chappathi,rice..
                                    
     

Little Words

• Tomatoes can be pureed raw and then cooked as well.
• Ideal for travel packing.
• Adjust the quantity of tomatoes and chilli powder.