Tomato Stew
Tender tomato simmered in thin coconut milk with whole spices, then finished with thick coconut milk for richness. The stew is traditionally served with appam or idiappam.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 4 nos Tomatoes
- 1 tsp Black pepper powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Bread crumbs
- Butter, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Boil sliced tomatoes in a pan with black pepper powder, salt and little lemon juice.
Step 2
When done, add butter, bread crumbs and Stir everything together thoroughly.
Tip
Good shallots are the backbone of Kerala cooking. They should be small, pink-purple, and strong-smelling. Large onions can substitute, but the flavour will be different.
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