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Spicy Onion and Tomato Relish

A quick, tangy, and spicy Indian-style relish made with onions and tomatoes. Perfect as a side dish or spread for breads and rice.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
80
Protein
1g
Spicy Onion and Tomato Relish
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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 medium, finely chopped onion
  • 2 medium, chopped tomato
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cook until they splutter, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in 2 chopped tomatoes, 1 tsp red chili powder, and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook until tomatoes break down and mixture thickens, about 8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as a side or spread.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

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