Tomatoes and Indian cuisine are almost inseparable. Rich in Vitamin A, C, B6, the humble vegetable (or, fruit. That debate's for another day) is packed with calcium, potassium, beta-carotene, folate and healthy antioxidants. But, a hearty meal including tomatoes can cost dearly as the prices have skyrocketed to over Rs 100 per kg due to lack of supply, triggered by heatwave and heavy rains.
#WATCH | Price of Tomato crosses Rs 100 per kg in Bengaluru (26/06) pic.twitter.com/vSG2qO4Ec2
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Amla - Rich in Vitamin C, a win-win option for skin and wallet. Tamarind - Adds the right amount of tartness. Raw mango - Good that the season's not over yet Curd / yoghurt - A natural substitute that can be used to make delicious curries, biriyanis. Pumpkins - Tomatoes reimagined in sweet and creamy form. Who's up for some pumpkin soup? Tomato ketchup - Just tomatoes but, a cheaper option.
Also read: Consumers feel the heat as vegetable prices soar in Tamil Nadu
If you're reading this, don't forget to hug those leftover tomatoes at home. #GratitudeTuesdays
Delhi | Price of tomatoes rises due to heavy rainfall. "Tomato is being sold at a price of Rs 80 Kg. The rate has suddenly shot up in the past two-three days. This sudden increase in price is due to heavy rainfall. Rain has destroyed tomatoes," says Mohammad Raju, a resident… pic.twitter.com/s6GfjD5YpZ
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