Everyday Tomato Rice

Method

1. 1

   Cook and cool the rice

   If not already done, cook the Sona Masoori rice and spread on a plate to cool while you make the masala.

2. 2

   Temper the spices

   Heat the oil in a pan, add mustard seed and urad dal, and fry until the mustard crackles and the dal turns golden.

3. 3

   Cook the aromatics

   Add the curry leaves and onion, and sauté 4–5 minutes until the onion softens and turns translucent.

4. 4

   Cook the tomatoes

   Add the chopped tomatoes along with coriander powder, turmeric and chilli powder. Cook 8–10 minutes, mashing lightly, until the tomatoes break down into a thick masala.

5. 5

   Combine with rice

   Season with salt, then fold in the cooled rice, tossing gently until every grain is coated in the tomato masala.

6. 6

   Warm through and serve

   Cook for a final 2–3 minutes to heat the rice through, then serve hot, with a side of yoghurt if you like.