Tomato gotsu is a South Indian side dish made with tomatoes, spices, and besan flour. It is typically served with dosa or idli, which are popular Indian breakfast items. The dish is tangy, slightly sweet, and has a thick, gravy-like consistency. It can also be enjoyed with rice or chapati. It is a versatile dish that can be customized with additional vegetables or spices according to personal preference.
Tomato Gotsu
Course: ChutneyCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy5
servings5
minutes20
minutesLearn how to make a delicious and easy chutney with tomatoes. This flavorful tomato Gotsu is the perfect accompaniment for idli or dosai.
Ingredients
Tomato – 4 Nos (fully ripened)
Besan flour – 2 teaspoons
Big onion – 1 chopped finely
Green chillies – 2 chopped finely
Red chilli powder – ½ teaspoon
Turmeric powder – a pinch
Oil – 4 teaspoons
Mustard – ½ teaspoon
Urad dhal – 1 teaspoon
Jeeragam (Cumin) – 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida powder – two pinches
Curry leaves – few
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Score the tomatoes with a cross cut at the base and microwave for 3-4 minutes. Allow them to cool, then peel off the skin and blend into a puree.
- Season the tomato puree with red chilli powder, turmeric, and salt. Set aside for later use.
- In a separate bowl, combine besan flour with enough water to create a thin batter. Set this aside as well.
- Finely chop the onion and green chilli.
- Heat oil in a kadai over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and wait for them to pop. Then add urad dal, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Sauté until the dal turns a light brown color.
- Stir in the chopped onion, green chilli, and curry leaves. Continue sautéing until the onions become translucent.
- Pour in the seasoned tomato puree and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Slowly add the besan batter to the boiling mixture, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Cover with a lid.
- Simmer on medium heat until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Microwaving the tomato is a quick method for softening the tomato. You can also put the tomatoes in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes and then remove the skin and use it.