Curried Tomatoes
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Curried Tomatoes is a quick and easy vegetarian delight that brings the essence of Indian cuisine straight to your kitchen. This stovetop dish features tender, juicy tomatoes simmered in a fragrant blend of ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and a hint of red chili for subtle heat. Fresh garlic, ginger, and aromatic mustard seeds add depth to the dish, while a touch of sugar balances the tanginess of the tomatoes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this versatile curry is perfect served piping hot alongside fluffy rice or warm flatbreads, making it an effortless meal for weeknights or an exciting side for a larger spread. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a flavorful, wholesome recipe that fits seamlessly into any meal plan.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 4 medium Tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the mustard seeds and let them pop for about 30 seconds.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened and golden brown, around 5 minutes.
Mix in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, stirring well to coat the onions in the spices.
Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine with the spice mixture.
Season with salt and sugar, then pour in the water. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the skillet and let the tomatoes cook down for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and the sauce has thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves before serving. Serve hot with rice or flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1484 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
