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Stuffed Tomato in Makhmali Gravy

Smita
Stuffed Tomato in Makhmali Gravy. Rich, creamy stuffed tomatoes are served with a luscious silky smooth gravy. The star of this dish is undoubtedly tomatoes and this dish is a perfect dish to serve on any special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Indian Cuisine.

Ingredients
  

For Stuffed Tomto1

  • 4 Firm Ripe Tomato (I prefer vine ripe)
  • 1 Cup Paneer/Tofu(Grated)
  • ½ Cup Potato,boiled and grated ot mashed.
  • ½ Cup Mozarella cheese /Any Vegan cheese of your choice.
  • 10-12 Raisin
  • ½ Cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1 Green Chili Chopped
  • 1 Tsp Garam masala powder
  • Salt according to the taste
  • 1 Tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1 Tsp Grated Ginger

For Makhmali Gravy /Curry

  • 2 Tbsp Ghee/Avocado oil
  • 2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 2 Cloves
  • 2 Black Cardamom
  • 1 Tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 Large Onion ,chopped Finely
  • 1 Tbsp Coriander powder
  • 1 Tsp Kashmiri red chili powder(optional)
  • ½ Tsp Turmeric Powder
  • ½ Tsp Garam masala powder
  • 8 Oz Tomato puree if using home made ,its 1.5 cups
  • ½ Cup Heavy cream/ Thick Coconut Milk for vegan alternative to balance the flavor)
  • 1 Tsp Sugar(
  • Salt,according to the taste
  • Pinch of kasoori methi /Dry fenugreek leaves(optional)

Instructions
 

How to make stuffed tomato

  • Remove the top of the tomato and scoop the seeds and everything from inside .Make it hollow .Do it very carefully.
  • Mix everything properly Keep it on the counter for 5 minutes .
  • Pre heat the oven on 350 fAlternatively you can pre heat the air fryer to 370 f..
  • Fill everything inside the tomatoes .
  • Sprinkle some cheese on top.
  • Brush little oil on the tomatoes.
  • Bake /Air fry them for 15 minutes.
  • Your baking time can vary depending on your oven and tomato size.Air frying will take less time .
  • Remove them in a plater after they are ice and golden.

How to make Gravy/Curry

  • Heat oil in a pan .
  • When its hot add all the whole spices.
  • Add onion and saute on medium flame for 3-4 minutes till they look translucent .
  • Add ginger galic paste to it.Saute till raw smell is gone.
  • Add all the dry spices to it Stir for 30 seconds and add tomato puree to it ..
  • Add salt at this moment .Keep it mild .
  • Saute the spice mix for 4-5 minute on low flame .If you think its stccking to the bottom add one tbsp of water .
  • After it releases oil add cream ,kasoori methi and around ½ cup of water .
  • Let it cook on slow flame for 1 more minute.Taste the seasoning .
  • Remove from the stove and serve it in platter .
  • Enjoy makhmali gravy topped with stuffed tomato.
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