Sev Tamatar Ki Sabji recipe
Sometimes, the simplest dishes bring the most comfort. Sev Tamatar Ki Sabji is one such recipe that is loved for its tangy and mildly sweet flavors, paired with the crunchy texture of sev. It’s a classic, easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The combination of tomatoes and crispy sev creates a delightful burst of flavors that will have you coming back for more. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and can be made with just a few pantry ingredients. Let’s dive into this mouth-watering dish!
Ingredients
- Sev – 1 cup
- Tomatoes – 2 (paste)
- Tomato – ½ (chopped into big pieces)
- Green chili – 1
- Ghee – 1.5 tbsp
- Mustard seeds – ¼ tsp
- Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
- Curry leaves – 1 sprig
- Asafoetida (Hing) – a pinch (1/8 tsp)
- Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
- Red chili powder – ½ tsp
- Coriander powder – 1 tsp
- Cumin powder – ¼ tsp
- Kitchen king masala – ½ tsp
- Salt – as per taste
- Garam masala – ½ tsp
- Jaggery – 1 tbsp
- Finely chopped coriander leaves – 1 tbsp
Method
- Firstly, heat a pan on medium flame and add 1.5 tablespoons of ghee (or oil).
- Once the ghee is hot, add ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds and ½ teaspoon cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
- Now add 1 finely chopped green chili and ½ teaspoon grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
- Now, add 2 tomatoes (ground to a paste) and sauté well. Add a few curry leaves for an extra layer of flavor.
- Sprinkle a pinch of asafoetida (hing), ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon red chili powder, 1 tablespoon coriander powder, ¼ teaspoon cumin powder, ½ teaspoon Kitchen King masala, and salt to taste.
- Cook the spices and tomato paste until the oil separates from the mixture.
- Toss in the remaining half tomato (chopped into big pieces) for some texture, and pour in a little hot water.
- Next add 1 tablespoon of jaggery to balance the tangy flavors, and simmer on high heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Finish with ½ teaspoon garam masala and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
- Finally, mix in 1 cup of sev, give it a quick stir, and immediately turn off the heat. The sev will absorb the gravy quickly and thicken the sabji. Now turn off the flame.
- Serve hot and enjoy the flavorful sev tamatar ki sabji. This dish pairs perfectly with roti, bhakari, or even rice!
Tips -
- To maintain its crunchy texture, add the sev just before serving and turn off the heat immediately. If left in the gravy for too long, the sev can become too soggy.
- If you like a thicker gravy, reduce the water a little while cooking. If you prefer more gravy, add extra water but ensure you cook it well to blend all the spices.
