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| | | | -------------- | ---------- | | **Prep time** | 5 min | | **Cook time** | 15 min | | **Total time** | 20 min | | **Serves** | 4 servings | Per servings. | Nutrient | Amount | | ------------- | -------- | | Calories | 165 kcal | | Carbohydrates | 10 g | | Protein | 2 g | | Fat | 14 g | | Saturated fat | 7 g | | Sodium | 625 mg | | Potassium | 377 mg | | Fiber | 4 g | | Sugar | 4 g | | Vitamin A | 938 IU | | Vitamin C | 20 mg | | Calcium | 48 mg | | Iron | 2 mg | ## About **Tomato Saar** traces its roots to traditional Maharashtrian kitchens, where it evolved as a tangy and comforting dish. Over the years, it became a part of daily meals and festive spreads. Unlike South Indian rasams that rely on tamarind and lentils, this saar emphasises the richness of tomatoes blended with coconut. Garlic adds a strong depth that lingers on the tongue. Coriander leaves contribute freshness that balances the sharp flavours. Coconut paste makes the saar smooth and velvety with a touch of sweetness. Its striking red colour and medium consistency allow it to double as a soup. Many families enjoy it piping hot with rice during lunch or dinner. This versatile dish continues to hold cultural and culinary significance. The uniqueness of Tomato Saar lies in its ability to adapt to different serving styles. Adding coconut transforms it into a dish that feels both hearty and soothing. Garlic brings warmth that complements the tang of tomato. Fresh coriander leaves uplift the aroma and flavour in every spoonful. In some parts of Maharashtra and Goa, cooks prepare it in a thinner form to serve as a refreshing drink. This adaptation makes it suitable even during hot summer months. The smooth texture and bright red appeal make it inviting on the table. Families consider it a bridge between rasam and soup, but with its own distinct identity. Today, it remains a much-loved part of home cooking and restaurant menus alike. **Fun Fact:** Some Maharashtrian households prepare Tomato Saar as a morning drink during the monsoon, believing its spiced warmth helps keep seasonal colds away. ## Ingredients ### For masala paste: * 3 tomato *(chopped)* * 4 cloves garlic * 4 dried red chilli * 1 cup coconut *(grated)* * ½ tsp cumin * 1 tsp coriander seeds ### For saar: * 2 tbsp oil * 1 tsp mustard * ½ tsp cumin * pinch hing * few curry leaves * ½ tsp turmeric * ½ tsp chilli powder * 1 tsp salt * ½ tsp jaggery * 4 cup water * 2 tbsp coriander *(finely chopped)* ## Instructions 1. Firstly, in a mixer jar, take 3 tomatoes, 4 garlic cloves, 4 dried red chillis, 1 cup of coconut, ½ tsp cumin and 1 tsp coriander seeds. 2. Grind to a smooth paste and keep aside. 3. In a kadai, heat 2 tbsp oil. Add 1 tsp of mustard, ½ tsp of cumin, a pinch of hing, and a few curry leaves. Splutter the tempering. 4. Add in the prepared masala paste 5. Add ½ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp jaggery. 6. Cook till everything is well combined. 7. Add an additional 4 cups of water and mix well. 8. Boil well until the flavours are infused. 9. Now add 2 tbsp of coriander and mix well. 10. Finally, enjoy the Tomato Saar Recipe with hot steamed rice. ## Step-by-step Firstly, in a mixer jar, take 3 tomatoes, 4 garlic cloves, 4 dried red chillis, 1 cup of coconut, ½ tsp cumin and 1 tsp coriander seeds.