Raw Green Tomatoes Subji or Pickle

Autumn is Here!!  My vegetable garden is almost done for the season:(
If you are left with plenty of raw green tomatoes or If you love green tomatoes!! Here is the recipe with raw green tomatoes.

Cooking Level: Very easy
Preparation Time: Five minutes

Green Tomatoes 

Cooking Time: Ten minutes

Ingredients:

4 medium size raw green tomatoes
1 Tsp of Sesame seeds
1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
1 tsp Brown sugar or Jaggery/Molasses
1/4 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp each Coriander & Cumin powder 
1 tsp oil

Salt to taste

Preparation:

1. Microwave diced tomatoes in microwave oven for 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the oil on a medium high heat.
3. Add mustard and sesame seeds. Add jaggery/molasses or brown sugar and stir until sugar turns brown in color.
4. Add salt ,coriander, cumin powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper and tomatoes.
5. Cook for 4-5 minutes till it mixes well.
6. You can note that it will change color to golden yellow.and now its ready to serve. Tomato subji can be stored as pickle for a week in a  refrigerator.    Also, you can make green tomatoes Enchilada sauce aka Verde sauce. Salsa or  fried tomatoes. Enjoy!!

 Did you know!!  green tomatoes are Very low in saturated fat,  No cholesterol,  High in dietary fiber,  High in iron,  High in manganese,  High in magnesium, High in niacin, Very high in pantothenic acid, High in phosphorus, Very high in potassium,  High in thiamin, Very high in vitamin A, High in vitamin B6, Very high in vitamin C. 

Spice of the Week: Garlic

Spice of the Week: Garlic

Chances are you’re already familiar with garlic to a certain extent, but you might not know all of the benefits garlic has to offer beyond its flavor.  Garlic can help to reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats, and it also contains an anti-bacterial agent which can give your immune system a boost. So garlic tastes great and helps to keep you healthy!

Garlic & Sesame Spinach

Photo courtesy of Food Network

Toss Spinach in hot, garlicky oil for a cleansing and delicious dish.

Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy

Cooking Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

Serves: 4


Ingredients:

1	Tsp	Olive Oil
1	Clove	Garlic, pressed
1	Lb.	Spinach Leaves
		Salt & Pepper to Taste
1	Tsp	Sesame Seeds

How to Prepare:

1.            Warm oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. 

2.            Add garlic and stir until lightly browned, about 45 seconds. 

3.            Add spinach (do in two batches if necessary) and toss until just wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. 

4.            Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tips:
You can add sliced cherry tomatoes for added color and freshness.

Check out these other great recipes, all of which use garlic.

Garlic Bread Spread

Healthy Harvest Noodles

Falafel Sandwich