Tomato

Sweet, sour and savoury. Breaks down into a smooth base when cooked. Also called Tamatar, Thakkali.

Preparing it

Cooking deepens its savoury flavour. A pinch of sugar or jaggery can soften sharp tomatoes.

Cumin, Coriander, Beetroot, Lemon

Winter, from about November to February, is the main season in most of India.

Keep fresh tomatoes at room temperature until ripe.

Contains vitamin C and lycopene. Amounts in a finished soup depend on the product and preparation. Demo note, sources to be added.

Tomatoes are a newer arrival to Indian cooking, valued in homes for their sour taste and colour in everyday dishes.

By the BhumiSutra kitchen team. Updated 28 October 2026. All products and figures on this prototype site are demonstration data.