Onion Tomato Blush Food

INDIAN CURRY SAUCE RECIPE (ONION TOMATO BHUNA MASALA)

Steps:

• Start the instant pot in Saute(more) setting and let it heat until it displays HOT.
• Add oil, then diced onions and stir them.
• Saute the onions for about 15 minutes. You dont need to stir for the first 8-10 minutes, as the onions release water and do not stick to the pot. After 10 minutes, stir at regular intervals.
• Add ginger, garlic and green chili pepper and mix well. Saute for 5 mins, while stirring frequently.
• Add the spices. Then add tomatoes and stir well.
• Saute for about 3 minutes. We don't want to cook down the tomatoes completely, as we need the tomato liquid for pressure cooking. Scrape the bottom to make sure nothing is stuck. If needed, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and deglaze the pot.
• Press Cancel and close lid with vent in sealing position. Set the instant pot to manual or pressure cook mode for 5 minutes at high pressure.
• When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Open the pot and give it a good stir.
• You can leave the masala as is or blend using an immersion blender or in a standalone blender. Keep it chunky or smooth depending on your taste.
• This recipe makes about 6 cups of curry sauce.
• Use a heavy bottom deep saucepan. Add the oil and onions, and saute for about 15 minutes. Stir at regular intervals from the start on stovetop.
• Add the tomatoes and spices, and stir well. Cover and let it cook for 5 minutes, so the tomatoes soften. Then cook the masala uncovered so all the liquid dries and the masala thickens.Keep stirring at regular intervals.
• The Bhuna Masala is ready when it starts to leave oil on the sides of the pan. You can keep it as it or blend in a blender, depending on your preference.

ROASTED TOMATOES & RED ONIONS

Steps:

• Put the onion in the middle of a large square of double thickness foil. Fold up the sides of the foil to make a baking tray. Scatter the tomatoes on top of the onion and drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil over. Add the garlic and thyme and season. Put the foil on a rack on the barbecue and cook for about 15 mins, or until the onions and the tomatoes are tender. If you are using an oven, put everything into a roasting tray and cook at 220C / fan 200C / gas 7 for 20 mins. Serve with herb omelettes.

TOMATO & ONION SALAD

Steps:

• Pour boiling water over the onion and leave for 10 mins.
• Arrange the tomatoes and cucumber (if using) on a plate, then scatter over the drained onions.
• Mix the chilli and garlic with the vinegar and sugar, then season with salt. Drizzle over the salad just before serving.
• This can be prepared and chilled up to 1 hr ahead, but dress just before serving.

ONION TOMATO BLUSH

Steps:

• Peel the onions and give 2 slits diagonally without letting the layers come off.
• Use of mustard oil is preferred but feel free to use your regular cooking oil if you want.
• Take a heavy bottomed skillet or broad pan with flat bottom.
• Let oil smoke properly if you are using mustard oil.
• Once oil is smoked, lower the heat, wait for the oil to cool down for a minute or so (you can also turn the heat off for a minute).
• Add all the spices and the salt.
• Take care as not to burn the spices.
• Immediately add onions and tomatoes.
• Keep sauteeing and tossing them on high flame/heat for 10-12 minutes.
• Let them go brown on the edges.
• Do not cover the lid.
• The blush is ready to be served alongside any favourite main course dish of yours.