Tomato Fry

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the tempering.

   • Heat oil in a pan or kadai over medium heat.
   • Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter completely.
   • Add the urad dal and sauté for about 30 seconds until it turns light golden.
   • Add the curry leaves and asafoetida, and stir for a few seconds until fragrant.
2. 2

   Sauté onions and aromatics.

   • Add the finely chopped onions and slit green chilies to the pan.
   • Sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and translucent.
   • Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until its raw smell disappears.
3. 3

   Cook the tomatoes.

   • Add the finely chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, sambar powder, and salt.
   • Mix everything together well to combine the spices with the tomatoes.