If you love Indian side dishes that instantly elevate a simple meal, then Tomato Launji is going to be your new favourite. This sweet, tangy, mildly spiced tomato relish is a traditional Rajasthani-style accompaniment that pairs beautifully with roti, paratha, dal-chawal, or even poori. The best part is that it requires very basic ingredients and gets ready in just a few minutes. Let’s explore how you can make this flavour-packed dish at home.
Start by heating oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds. Let them crackle. Add a pinch of asafoetida for aroma.
Add chopped tomatoes and mix well. Now add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir everything together.
Cover the pan and let the tomatoes cook on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until they turn soft and mushy.
Once the tomatoes are cooked, add jaggery or sugar. This gives the launji its signature sweet–tangy flavour. Mix well and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
Add a little water if you want a thinner consistency. Cook until the mixture becomes glossy and slightly thick.
Tomato Launji tastes amazing with:
It also works as a chutney or dip with snacks.
This quick and delicious Tomato Launji is a perfect side dish for any Indian meal. Its sweet, spicy, and tangy flavours make even a simple lunch or dinner feel special. Try it once, and it will become a regular in your kitchen.
