Tomato Masala Rice Mix
Here is a robust, aromatic recipe for Tomato Masala Rice Mix (Thakkali Sadam Paste)—a concentrated spice blend that makes preparing instant tomato rice effortless!
Cuisine
South Indian
🧂Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ripe Tomatoes(finely chopped or coarsely blended)
- Onions(finely chopped)
Dal Powder (Flavor & Thickening Blend)
- Chana Dal
- Urad Dal
Whole Spices (For Tempering)
- Cold Pressed Groundnut Oil(extra oil helps cook the larger quantity of onions and preserves the mix)
- Mustard Seeds
- Cumin Seeds
- Chana Dal(for crunch)
- Urad Dal(for crunch)
- Asafoetida (Hing)
- Curry Leaves
- Green Chilies(slit)
Spice Powders & Seasoning
- Kashmiri Red Chili Powder
- Coriander Powder
- Turmeric Powder
- Salt(to taste)
Ingredients
Ripe Tomatoes, Onions, Chana Dal, Urad Dal, Cold Pressed Groundnut Oil, Mustard Seeds, Cumin Seeds, Chana Dal, Urad Dal, Asafoetida (Hing), Curry Leaves, Green Chilies, Kashmiri Red Chili Powder, Coriander Powder, Turmeric Powder, Salt.
👩🍳Instructions
Make the Dal Powder
Dry roast Chana Dal and Urad Dal in a pan until golden brown, cool completely, and grind into a powder.
Tempering
Heat oil, crackle mustard and cumin seeds, fry the tempering dals, then add asafoetida, green chilies, and curry leaves.
Sauté the Onions
Add chopped onions and a pinch of salt to the pan, sautéing for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
Cook Tomatoes & Spices
Add tomatoes, turmeric, and salt; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, then stir in chili and coriander powders.
Reduce & Finish with Dal Powder
Simmer until oil separates, mix in the prepared dal powder, cook for 2 more minutes, and cool completely before storing.
📝 Notes & Tips
How to Store
We don't use preservatives, keep them refrigerated always
Store in Airtight Container
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