This tomato dal is a wholesome and flavorful South Indian dish, perfect for pairing with rice or flatbreads. Soft-cooked green gram dal is combined with a tangy tomato puree and spiced with red chili, coriander, and a touch of turmeric, creating a deliciously balanced and nutritious curry. A fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves enhances its aroma and taste, making it a comforting addition to everyday meals. Simple to prepare yet full of flavor, this dish is both satisfying and versatile.
“Tomato Dal” is an Andhra speciality and it is prepared with Thuvar dal and tomatoes cooked together. I tried it with Green Gram dal and tomato puree. The taste is good and it goes well with rice and chapati.
Tomato Dhal
4
servings30
minutes40
minutesIndulge in the savory flavors of Andhra with this delicious Tomato Dal recipe. Packed with spices and nutrients, it’s perfect for any mealtime.
Ingredients
Green Gram Dhal – ½ cup
Tomato – 2
Turmeric powder – a pinch
Red Chilli Powder – ¼ teaspoon
Coriander Powder – ½ teaspoon
Oil – 2 teaspoon
Mustard – ½ teaspoon
Jeera – 1 teaspoon
Onion chopped – 2 tablespoons
Green Chillies split lengthwise – 2
Curry leaves – few
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Place green gram dal and a pinch of turmeric powder in a thick-bottomed vessel. Add two cups of water and a teaspoon of oil and cook until soft.
- Immerse whole tomatoes in boiling water for five minutes, then remove and allow to cool. Peel the skin, place in a blender, and puree until smooth.
- Heat oil in a kadai, add mustard seeds, and wait for them to pop before adding cumin. Fry briefly, then add chopped onions, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Incorporate the tomato puree with red chili powder and coriander powder. Stir well, then add the cooked dal and a half teaspoon of salt.
- Combine thoroughly, let it boil for a few seconds, and then remove from heat.
i tried it.really tasty
Its good. Acc to food in Kerala; I think the jeera/cumin proportion has to be made half or reduce in accordance with what is prescribed.
on san overal; it is a good dish. I am for it. My thanks to whoever uploaded it.
Hi.. for tomato dal you have mentioned green gram dal. What’s that mean? Is that paasi paruppu or pachai payaru?
It is paasi paruppu.
I tried this recipe. It turned out delicious! I didn’t have green gram so used mung with a handful of tuvar. Thank you!