Tomato Rice-Flavorful and mild rice pilaf cooked with tomato and mint
Tomato Rice- Rice and rice preparations are favorite food in all the states of India,though it is the staple diet of southern India but in many North Indian states rice is also consumed on daily basis. Different variety of rice preparations are made according to individual choice and regional specialty.
What is Tomato Rice
This tangy tomato pulao is a specialty from Southern India and there are so many variation of making this .I learned this recipe from a friend of mine and since then I make it often, This is also a easy and delicious recipe for kids tiffin box
You can also add some boiled vegetables in it to make it more nutritious .This tomato bhath is very good as a quick lunch recipe or tiffin variety or to use as a travel food .You don't need any accompaniment to go with this . A bowl of yogurt ,some salad and papad can be served if you want some thing to serve along.
How To make Tomato Rice-
There are 2 ways to make this rice. One is to boil the rice first or use your leftover rice and then add in the prepared tomato masala.
First method is to make the tomato masala first and then add the soaked drained rice in the prepared masala and cook it rice is done
Second is to boil the rice first or use your leftover rice and then add in the prepared tomato masala.
Do which ever method suits you. Both ways it gives best results and taste awesome.You can make tomato pulao in a pan,rice cooker or can use your pressure cook
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Tomato Rice | Thakkali Sadam
Tomato Rice- delicious tangy and mild rice pilaf cooked with tomato and mint
Author: Anjana Chaturvedi
