Easy Peasy South Indian Tomato Rice Recipe To Try 

By Deepali Verma

November 8 2024

Tomato rice, a South Indian favourite, combines tangy tomatoes with aromatic spices and rice, creating a flavourful and comforting meal. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a quick, satisfying dish. 

Step 1

Gather one cup of basmati rice (cooked and cooled), two chopped tomatoes, one diced onion, a few curry leaves, and spices like mustard seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric, and red chilli powder. 

Step 2

In a pan, heat a tablespoon of oil, add half a teaspoon of mustard seeds, and let them splutter. Add cumin seeds, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing) for extra aroma. 

Step 3

Add diced onions and cook until golden brown. Then, add the tomatoes along with half a teaspoon each of turmeric and red chilli powder. Sauté until the tomatoes soften and release their juices. 

Step 4

Add the cooled rice to the pan and gently mix to coat the grains with the tomato mixture. Adjust salt to taste and cook on low heat for a few minutes to blend the flavours. 

Step 5

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves for a burst of colour and flavour. Serve your tomato rice with raita or papad for a complete meal.