Thakkali Gotsu Recipe | Thakkali Curry | Spicy & Tangy Tomato Gravy

Step 1: To begin making Tomato Gotsu Recipe/ Thakkali Curry Recipe, prepare all the ingredients and keep them ready

Step 2: Soak the tamarind in hot water for 20 minutes

Step 3: Extract the water from the tamarind to get about 1/2 cup of thick tamarind

Step 4: Roughly chop the tomatoes and pulse the chopped tomatoes in a mixer grinder

Step 5: You want a chunky sauce and not a fine puree

Step 6: This will help add texture to the Tomato Gotsu

Step 7: Heat oil in a pressure cooker on medium heat, add the mustard seeds and allow it to crackle

Step 8: Add the curry leaves, garlic and onions and saute until the onions turn tender and translucent

Step 9: Now, add the crushed  tomatoes, tamarind water, turmeric powder, sambar powder,  salt and jaggery

Step 10: Stir the Tomato Gotsu and pressure cook for 2 whistles

Step 11: Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally

Step 12: Once the pressure releases, open the cooker and give the Tomato Gotsu/ Thakkali Curry a stir

Step 13: Check the salt and spices and adjust to taste accordingly

Step 14: Transfer the Tomato Gotsu/ Thakkali Curry to a serving bowl and serve hot

Step 15: Serve Tomato Gotsu / Thakkali Curry with Ven Pongal and  South Indian Filter Coffee for breakfast