Tamatiesmoor (South African Tomato and Onion Gravy)

Name: Tamatiesmoor (South African Tomato and Onion Gravy)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 cups, 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 3 ounces tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon white sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (fresh is best); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 dash black pepper

⏱ 20 mins 🍽 2 cups, 4 serving(s) 🏷 South African

Tamatiesmoor is a classic South African tomato and onion gravy, traditionally served alongside mealie pap, a cornmeal side dish. This flavourful sauce combines sautéed onions with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of nutmeg and sugar. It simmers into a rich, savoury accompaniment in about 15 minutes, making it a quick and delicious addition to any meal.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 ounces tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (fresh is best)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper

Method

Cook the chopped onion in the oil until it takes on a light golden colour.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
Stir everything together, place a lid on the pan, and let it cook gently for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium466400 mg

Recipe details

CategorySouth African

AuthorZookeenee