Sev Tameta nu Shaak – The Sweet & Tangy Gujarati Curry

Sev Tameta nu Shaak is a beloved Gujarati sabzi that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Made from ripe tomatoes and topped with crunchy sev, it’s often served with rotli or bhakri and is a quick-fix comfort food in many Gujarati homes.

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
  
• 2 green chilies, chopped
  
• 1 tsp ginger paste
  
• 1 tbsp oil
  
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  
• 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
  
• 1/4 tsp hing (asafoetida)
  
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  
• 1 tsp red chili powder
  
• 1 tsp coriander-cumin powder
  
• 1–2 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
  
• Salt to taste
  
• Water as needed
  
• Nylon sev (for topping)
  
• Fresh coriander for garnish
  

‍ Method:

1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.
   
2. Add cumin seeds, hing, green chilies, and ginger paste. Sauté for a few seconds.
   
3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
   
4. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander-cumin powder, sugar, and salt.
   
5. Add a little water and simmer for 5–7 minutes to make a slightly thick curry.
   
6. Just before serving, top with nylon sev and garnish with coriander.
   

Tips:

• Add sev only before serving to retain the crunch.
  
• Pair with bajri rotla, wheat rotli, or even khichdi.
  
• Use desi tomatoes for more tanginess.