Tamota ni Curry
Veg
Vegan
A tangy and flavorful tomato-based curry, enriched with Parsi spices and often served with rice.
Cuisines
Parsi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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3 | Tomato , chopped |
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1 cup | Water |
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1 | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Sugar |
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1 | Green Chili , slit |
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2 | Egg |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
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— | Salt , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and set aside.
- 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
- 3 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 4 Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 5 Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 6 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and the oil starts to separate.
- 7 Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 8 Add the sugar and slit green chili, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 9 Crack the eggs directly into the simmering curry and cover the pan with a lid.
- 10 Allow the eggs to poach in the curry for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked to your liking.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
Adjust the number of eggs based on preference, and serve with warm bread or rice.