Tomato

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a versatile, mildly acidic fruit commonly treated as a vegetable in cooking. Its bright color, juiciness and tang make it a staple in many cuisines worldwide. In South Indian kitchens, this vegetable is prized for adding body and rich color. It brings a balanced sweet-tart flavor to soups, stews, chutneys, rice dishes, and pickles.

Tomatoes have good nutritive value and are good source of potassium, B- carotene (vitamin A) and vitamin C. It is very low in calories and advisable to weight reducing diet. They are also rich in lycopene which is very helpful in reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer. Lycopene is activated while cooking.

Recipes with Tomato

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  Tomato Dosai

  Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: Easy

  Experience the crispy and savory delight of tomato dosai, a beloved South Indian dish bursting with flavor and perfect for any time of day.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Tomato Chutney

  Difficulty: Easy

  Tomato Chutney is a South Indian condiment. It is made by sautéing tomatoes, garlic, tamarind, and spices. Then blended with fried Bengal gram dal, urad dal, and red chilies. It complements dishes like idli, dosa, and steamed rice with its tangy flavor.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Tomato Garlic Kuzhambu

  Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: Easy

  Indulge in the savory flavors of Tomato Garlic Kuzhambu, a delicious South Indian gravy perfect for rice or dosa. Adjust the spiciness to suit your taste!

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Tomato Onion Chutney

  Difficulty: Easy

  Discover the tangy flavors of Tomato Onion chutney – a versatile Indian condiment perfect for dosas, idlis, and more.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Tomato Rice

  Difficulty: Medium

  A classic rice dish flavored with tomato. Also known as thakkali sadham.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Tomato Gotsu

  Difficulty: Easy

  Learn how to make a delicious and easy chutney with tomatoes. This flavorful tomato Gotsu is the perfect accompaniment for idli or dosai.

  Cuisine: Indian
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  Tomato Thokku

  Difficulty: Medium

  This tomato thokku goes well with Curd Rice. It can also be served with Idli, Dosa and Chapathi. This thokku stays good for weeks without refrigeration. 

  1 vote 3.0 Cuisine: Indian, Tamil