Onion Tomato Gothsu

Gothsu is a South Indian accompaniment for idli, dosa and pongal. It is either made with kathirkkai (brinjal) or onion-tomato. Gothsu is quite similar to sambar. The difference is that gothsu contains less amount of dal and moong dal is used instead of toor dal. Today, we will see how to make onion tomato gothsu.

Onion tomato gothsu is a simple and easy side dish for idli, dosa, pongal and even upma. This gothsu can be prepared in very less time. I personally prefer gothsu over tiffin sambar. I love the sour taste with the slight hint of sweetness from the jaggery. Try this gothsu for idli or dosa and I’m sure you will fall in love with the flavors.

Onion Tomato Gothsu

Servings 3
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 large tomato chopped
  • 3-4 green chillies slit
  • ¼ cup cooked yellow moong dal / paasi paruppu
  • 2 tsp sambar powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp red chilly powder optional
  • ½ tsp powdered jaggery
  • 2-3 sprigs coriander leaves chopped
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1-2 dry red chillies
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil and add mustard seeds. When it splutters, add red chillies and curry leaves. Then add onion, green chiilies and saute till onions are soft.
  • Then add tomatoes and cook till they become soft. Add turmeric powder, red chilly powder, sambar powder, salt and 1 cup water.
  • Mix well and bring to boil. Simmer in low heat for 5 minutes. Then add the cooked dal and more water if its too thick.
  • Let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes. Lastly added coriander leaves and jaggery. Simmer for another minute and remove from heat.

Notes

  • Gothsu has a thin watery consistency. So if its thick, add water and adjust it.
  • If your tomatoes are not sour, add 1 or 2 tsp of tamarind paste.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Side Dish for Idli/Dosa, Side Dish for Pongal

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  1. Mouthwatering recipe and clicks…

  2. curry looks yum!It is interesting to know some facts about 'Gothsu'

  3. wow wow You have so tempted me am drooling here for some gosthu and idli's 🙂 looks mouthwatering indeed 🙂

  4. looks so colorful and tempting.

  5. wow… that looks so lipsmacking good…

  6. My makes this often for idli. Thanks for sharing,looks delicious.

  7. Gothsu looks delicious.. nice pics..

  8. Looks really fantastic & mouth watering.. great clicks dear..

  9. such a perfect side for idli…love it

  10. I thought gosthu is another name for curry.Give me this by any name and I shall see the plate is wiped clean by the end of the meal 🙂

  11. lovely clicks n tempting gosthu..

  12. Looks so good with the idlis, I also love this with pongal..

  13. looks a must try recipe with idlis..:)

  14. nice tempting clicks.. Really mouthwatering gosthu..

  15. Delicious and mouthwatering gothsu, perfect side dish for idli and pongal.

  16. Nice presentation. Gothsu looks delicious.

  17. Tempting and delicious curry !!

  18. Fingerlicking gothsu, who can resist to this mouthwatering dish.

  19. Gothsu looks mouthwatering and delicious

  20. delicious preparation..inviting me

  21. Delicious and good combo for idly and dosas

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