How to Make Tomato Onion Koora - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tomato Onion Koora is a traditional South Indian dish that is bursting with flavor and is a perfect accompaniment to rice or roti. This simple yet delicious recipe combines ripe tomatoes, onions, and a perfect blend of spices to create a savory and tangy side dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

Tomato Onion Koora is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own as a light and healthy meal or as a side dish to complement a larger spread of Indian cuisine. It is an ideal op...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 dried red chile peppers, broken into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon asafoetida powder
  • 1 sprig fresh curry leaves
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 green chile peppers, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • salt, to taste
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry red chile peppers, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds in hot oil until seeds begin to splutter, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle asafoetida powder over seeds and add curry leaves. Stir onions, green chile peppers, and turmeric powder into mixture. Cook and stir until onions are softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, red chili powder, sugar, and salt; continue cooking until tomatoes are pulpy. Pour water into mixture; simmer until curry begins to thicken, 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro to serve.
  • Nutrition

    129 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 16mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 75mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 491mg