Fresh tomato in curd

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
7Firm ripe tomatoes; (7 to 8)
200gramsKabuli channa; (soaked overnight)
3tablespoonsGram dal channa dal
2tablespoonsMix spices; (red chilli powder,
; dhania powder,
; garam masala, salt,
; turmeric, etc.)
1teaspoonCumin powder
1tablespoonChanna masala
¼teaspoonCinnamon-clove powder
2tablespoonsGround sugar
½teaspoonBlack salt powder
Salt to taste
½teaspoonRed chilli powder
cupFresh tied beaten curd.
1tablespoonCoriander finely chopped
2tablespoonsTamarind chutney; (refer chutneys)

Directions

Pressure cook kabuli channa, dal, salt to taste, till very soft.

Drain excess water, keep aside. Cut caplike tops off tomatoes. Hull carefully.

Add pulp to the boiled channa.

Mash coarsely, add all mix masala, salt to taste, channa masala, cinnamon-clove powder.

Boil further till a soft lump is formed and water has evaporated.

Stuff the tomatoes with this mixture.

Secure tops with a toothpick. Microwave for 1 minute.

Cool, and chill in a refrigerator.

Meanwhile, beat the curd till smooth.

Add sugar, salt and chill.

Just before serving, transfer tomatoes straight up to a shallow bowl.

Remove toothpicks. Pour beaten curd all over them.

Sprinkle cumin powder, red chilli powder and salt.

Garnish with coriander and tamarind chutney.

Making time: 45 minutes

Makes: 7-8 servings

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