tomato curry

Certainly! Here's a simple recipe for tomato curry:

**Ingredients:**

- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated

- 4-5 tomatoes, chopped

- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)

- 1 teaspoon ground coriander

- 1 teaspoon garam masala

- Salt to taste

- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. **Sauté Cumin Seeds:**

   - Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

2. **Add Aromatics:**

   - Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.

3. **Tomatoes:**

   - Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they are softened and start to break down.

4. **Spices:**

   - Stir in turmeric powder, chili powder, ground coriander, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to coat the tomatoes with the spices.

5. **Cooking:**

   - Cook the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are fully cooked and the oil begins to separate from the masala.

6. **Adjust Seasoning:**

   - Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or spices if needed.

7. **Garnish and Serve:**

   - Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve the tomato curry hot with rice or bread.

This tomato curry is versatile and can be customized based on your spice preferences. Enjoy your flavorful and comforting tomato curry!