Gujarati · serves 2

Sev Tameta nu Shaak

Tomato curry topped with sev. Fifteen minutes and it's mostly things in your cupboard.

20 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 5 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1.5 cups thick sev
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp jaggery
  • Hing
  • 2 tbsp oil

Method

  1. Mustard seeds and cumin in oil, then hing.
  2. Onion 3 minutes, then tomatoes, turmeric, chilli powder, salt, jaggery.
  3. Cook 8 minutes till the tomatoes collapse into a loose gravy. Add a splash of water if it's too thick.
  4. Take it off the heat.
  5. Add the sev only at the table — it must stay crunchy. Coriander on top. Roti.

Questions people ask about Sev Tameta nu Shaak

How long does Sev Tameta nu Shaak take?

About 20 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. That is start-to-finish, so it works on a weeknight when you have not planned anything.

What can I use instead of tomato in Sev Tameta nu Shaak?

Use canned chopped tomatoes, roughly 1 can per 4 fresh. Add a pinch of sugar to offset the acidity.

Can I make Sev Tameta nu Shaak ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Sev Tameta nu Shaak vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Sev Tameta nu Shaak?

Roti or thepla, with curd. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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