Choka refers to a method of roasting a vegetable before Sautéing it with other seasonings and spices. The texture of tomatoes make them well-suited to making choka, and tomato choka is among the most popular type made. Roasting allows for a more intense flavour, while the cooking afterwards lessens the acidity.

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Yield – Serves 3 persons

Cook time – 15 minutes Prep time – 15 minutes

Ingredients;

 Tomato – 1lb

 Onion – 2 tbsp

 Pimento Pepper – 4 peppers

 Garlic – 3 cloves (Crushed)

 Mustard Oil – 2 tbsp (substitute vegetable oil)

 Chadon Beni – 2 tbsp (finely chopped)

 Salt to taste

 Black Pepper – 1 tsp

 Brown Sugar – 1 tbsp

 Curry Powder – 1 tsp

 Mustard – 1 tsp

 Hot Pepper – 1

Method;

 Over an open flame, roast whole tomatoes, onion and pimentos until outsides are charred. Cut into half inch pieces and set aside.

 Place sauté pan on stove and allow to heat up  When sauté pan is hot, add mustard oil, garlic and curry powder.

 Stir for 5 minutes then add tomatoes, onion and pimentos.

 Add black pepper, mustard, sugar, chadon beni and salt to taste and stir for 5 minutes.

 Allow to cook for 15 minutes.

 Take off heat.

Note: This dish is typically served with sada roti or coconut bake.