Kathri–Thakkali (Brinjal-Tomato) Gothsu

Gothsu is an all in all side dish, which goes well with most of the south Indian tiffin menu – be it idli, dosai, pongal, upma.. Of course, the best combo I relish is with Venn Pongal…



Ingredients

1 big onion, cut finely
3 small brinjals ( violet, slim & long variety)
4 tomatoes ( Use the nattu thakkali variety to enhance the taste, as it imparts a natural sour taste).. If using other tomato varieties, you can add a little tamarind to even out the taste
4 green chillies – slit lengthwise
Sambar powder -1 tsp
Red Chilli Powder – ½ tsp
For the tempering : Oil – 2 tsp, mustard seeds, asafetida, turmeric powder, curry leaves.
Green coriander leaves – 2 tsp
Salt – to taste, sugar a pinch.


1.Cut the brinjals and tomatoes into small pieces. To reduce the cooking time, just microwave these vegetables for 3 minutes in high. Keep it aside.

2.Heat the oil, make the tempering with mustard, asafetida, turmeric, curry leaves.

3.Reduce the flame, add the slit chillies and sauté the onions golden brown.

4. Now add the microwaved brinjals and tomatoes. Add salt, sambar powder and a pinch of sugar. If you need more spice, then add a dash of red chilli powder to add to the color and taste.

5. Add little water to make it semi gravy and let it cook for 5-6 minutes. Once it is done, add the coriander leaves and churn, so that the aroma soaks in..

6. The heavenly gothsu is now ready to be served with the tiffin..