Monday, March 5, 2012

Dakkous (Saudi Arabian Tomato Sauce)

Dakkous (Saudi Arabian Tomato Sauce)
Saudi Arabian and other Middle Eastern Nations are using Dakkous with Kabsa Rice.
Its recipe is very simple no sugar is added as with Tomato Ketchup and Salsa.


Ingredients:
  • Tomatoes  1/2 kg
  • Onion (spring or regular) chopped 1
  • Garlic cloves  chopped 4
  • Green Chilli chopped 1
  • Vinegar 1 tablespoon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper cutter 1 teaspoon
  • Chilli powder 1/4 teaspoon
  • Cumin powder 1 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon sticks 2
  • Oil  1 tablespoon

Procedure:

  • Boil tomatoes in water with 2 cinnamon sticks , then mash and keep aside.
  • Now saute garlic and onion in oil. Then add green chillies and mashed tomatoes and spices.
  • Cook till thick , at last add vinegar and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Delicious Dakkous is ready. Serve as needed or refrigerate.