Kathirikkai Masiyal

Prep Time:10 m      Cook Time:15 m

Serves:3

Ingredients

Brinjal              - 2

Tomato             - 2

Onion                - 1

Garlic                 - 3

Curry Leaves       - 2 sprig

Turmeric Powder - a pinch

Chilli Powder       - 3/4 tsp

Mustard Seeds     - to splutter

Tamarind Paste    - 1/4 tsp

Salt                     - to taste

Oil                      - 2 tsp

Method

• Heat oil in a kadai,splutter mustard seeds,add curry leaves,chopped onion and garlic and saute till they turn slightly brown.Now add chopped brinjal and saute for a while.Add turmeric powder followed by chopped tomatoes,salt and chilli powder.
                 
     
• Mix tamarind paste with little water and add it to the brinjal.Cover this with a lid and cook until the brinjal and tomato gets mushy.Serve with rice.
     

Little Words

• Add coriander powder and other spices if desired but this as such tastes simply yummy.
• Place the chopped brinjal in a bowl of cold water to avoid discolouration.
• Dry red chillies can be used instead of chilli powder.
• An easy simple yet lip smacking dish that goes well with rice.