Spicy Tomato Rice - Tomato Pulihora Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Spicy Tomato Rice | Tomato Pulihora Recipe, chop the tomatoes roughly

Step 2: In a mixer grinder, blend them into a smooth puree

Step 3: Incase, the bisibele bhath masala

Step 4: powder isn't ready, preparing Bisi Bele Bath Spice Powder takes roughly 10-15 min additionally

Step 5: To a large wok or kadai heat the cooking oil

Step 6: Once the oil is hot, add the chana dal, urad dal, cashewnuts (or peanuts if using) and roast for 10-20 seconds or till they are a bit browned and appears done

Step 7: Next, add in the cumin, mustard , green chilly and red chilli, asafoetida and the curry leavesNow that the tadka is done, add in the tomato puree to the kadai carefully avoiding any possible splutter on your hands

Step 8: Add in bisibele bhath masala powder, salt and mix well

Step 9: Let this mixture cook for about 7-8 minutes until you notice oil leaving the sides of the pan or until you notice the tomato pulp reduces slightly and thickens up

Step 10: It is then time to turn off the heat

Step 11: Transfer this to a wide bowl, add the cooked rice and mix gently until all the ingredients are well combined

Step 12: Adjust the salt levels if needed

Step 13: Serve Spicy Tomato Rice | Tomato Pulihora Recipe with a bowl of Yogurt (Curd), Andhra Style Paruppu Podi Recipe (Dal Podi), Indian Vegetable Salad Recipe for a complete meal