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South Indian Tomato Rice (No Coconut)

A vibrant, tangy, and lightly spiced South Indian tomato rice made without coconut. This recipe features a fresh tomato and spice paste, a flavorful tempering with onions and whole spices, and perfectly cooked rice. Ideal for a quick lunch or dinner, and easy to customize for picky eaters or adventurous cooks.

MediumSouth IndianServes 4

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Source Video
17m
Prep
1h 1m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 28m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$7.45
Per serving:$1.86

Critical Success Points

  • Soaking and draining the rice properly.
  • Blending the tomato paste until very smooth.
  • Tempering the spices without burning.
  • Cooking the tomato paste until oil separates.
  • Cooking rice on low heat and resting before fluffing.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter when adding spices and curry leaves—stand back and use a splatter guard if needed.
  • Blender blades are sharp—do not insert fingers or utensils while blending.

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