Garlic Tomato Recipe
Description
This comforting dish blends soft-cooked lentils with a vibrant tomato base, enriched by a traditional spice tempering. The combination of cumin, red chilies, and curry leaves creates a deep, savory aroma, while tamarind adds a necessary tang to balance the heat. It is a hearty, vegan-friendly meal perfect for weeknight dinners or batch cooking. The texture is thick and satisfying, making it an ideal companion to rice or flatbread. Simple ingredients transform into a complex flavor profile that warms the soul.Ingredients
Directions
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Coarsely chop tomatoes and pur&# 195;©e them in a blender until smooth. Set the purée aside.
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Place lentils, turmeric, salt, green chili peppers, and 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are soft and mushy.
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Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add mustard seeds.
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When the seeds crackle, add cumin seeds, dried red chili peppers, curry leaves, garlic, and asafetida.
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Stir and cook the spices for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the tomato purée, black pepper, and remaining 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
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Stir in the cooked lentils and tamarind paste. Bring the mixture back to a boil.
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Remove from heat and stir in fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 992.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 23.1g36%
- Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 82.8mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 239.7g80%
- Dietary Fiber 85.0g340%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 30.6g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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