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  • South Indian Tomato Rice for Dinner

    South Indian Tomato Rice for Dinner

    About this recipe

    Tomato rice is quick, tangy, and deeply satisfying, with a one-pot method that turns simple rice into a full dinner in minutes.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 1½ cups cooked rice
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 8 curry leaves
    • 1 onion, sliced
    • 2 tomatoes, chopped
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons coriander

    Step-by-step method

    1. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
    2. Add onion and green chili and sauté until soft. Stir in the tomatoes and turmeric.
    3. Cook until the tomatoes break down into a thick masala.
    4. Add cooked rice and salt. Mix gently so the grains stay fluffy.
    5. Garnish with coriander and serve warm with papad or curd.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Soft Idli with Quick Sambar

    Soft Idli with Quick Sambar

    About this recipe

    Soft idli and quick sambar make a balanced, wholesome meal, with simple steps that even a beginner can follow easily at home.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Serves: 3

    Ingredients

    • 12 idlis made from ready batter or homemade batter
    • 1/2 cup toor dal
    • 2 cups mixed vegetables, chopped
    • 1 small onion, sliced
    • 1 tomato, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon sambar powder
    • 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 8 curry leaves
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • Salt to taste
    • Coriander for garnish

    Step-by-step method

    1. Pressure cook the toor dal until soft. Mash it well and keep it aside.
    2. Heat oil in a pot. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Then add onion and tomato.
    3. Add the mixed vegetables, sambar powder, tamarind pulp, salt, and 2 cups water.
    4. Cook until the vegetables are soft. Stir in the mashed dal and simmer for 5 minutes.
    5. Steam or warm the idlis. Serve hot with the sambar and a little coriander on top.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Crispy Masala Dosa with Potato Filling

    Crispy Masala Dosa with Potato Filling

    About this recipe

    Make restaurant-style masala dosa at home with a simple potato filling, clear method, and crisp edges that are easy to master.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups ready dosa batter
    • 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
    • 1 small onion, sliced
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 teaspoon chana dal
    • 8 curry leaves
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • Salt to taste
    • Coconut chutney and sambar for serving

    Step-by-step method

    1. To make the filling, heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, chana dal, curry leaves, and green chili.
    2. Add onion and sauté until soft. Add turmeric, salt, and mashed potatoes. Mix well and keep aside.
    3. Heat a non-stick pan and spread one ladle of dosa batter into a thin circle.
    4. Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook until the dosa turns golden and crisp.
    5. Place the potato filling in the center, fold the dosa, and serve immediately with chutney and sambar.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.