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Rasam

Rasam
blog post date22-11-2024 author namewww.kitchenfoodrecipes.com

Ingredients:

For Rasam Powder (Spice Mix)

contents bullet arrow icon1 tablespoon coriander seeds contents bullet arrow icon1 teaspoon cumin seeds contents bullet arrow icon1 teaspoon black peppercorns contents bullet arrow icon2 dried red chilies contents bullet arrow icon1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds contents bullet arrow icon1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds

For Rasam Base

contents bullet arrow icon1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind contents bullet arrow icon2 medium-sized tomatoes (finely chopped) contents bullet arrow icon4 cups water contents bullet arrow icon2-3 garlic cloves (crushed) contents bullet arrow icon1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder contents bullet arrow icon1/2 teaspoon asafoetida (hing) contents bullet arrow icon8-10 curry leaves contents bullet arrow icon1 tablespoon ghee or oil contents bullet arrow iconSalt to taste

For Garnishing

contents bullet arrow icon2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (chopped) contents bullet arrow icon1 teaspoon ghee (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare Tamarind Extract

contents bullet arrow iconSoak tamarind in 1 cup of warm water for 10 minutes. contents bullet arrow iconSqueeze and extract the pulp, discard the residue, and keep the tamarind water aside.

Make Rasam Powder

contents bullet arrow iconDry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dried red chilies in a pan over low flame until aromatic. contents bullet arrow iconLet them cool and grind them into a fine powder using a blender or mortar and pestle.

Cook the Rasam Base

contents bullet arrow iconHeat ghee in a deep saucepan. contents bullet arrow iconAdd asafoetida, curry leaves, and crushed garlic. Sauté for a minute. contents bullet arrow iconAdd chopped tomatoes and turmeric powder. Cook until the tomatoes turn soft. contents bullet arrow iconPour in the tamarind extract and 3 cups of water. Stir well.

Flavor with Spices

contents bullet arrow iconAdd the freshly prepared rasam powder and salt. Mix thoroughly. contents bullet arrow iconBring the mixture to a boil and simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes.

Final Touch

contents bullet arrow iconAdjust consistency with water if needed. contents bullet arrow iconTurn off the heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. contents bullet arrow iconAdd a spoonful of ghee for enhanced flavor, if desired.

Serve Hot

contents bullet arrow iconServe the rasam piping hot with steamed rice, crispy papad, or enjoy it as a comforting soup.

Tips for a Perfect Rasam:

contents bullet arrow iconFor a richer flavor, prepare rasam powder fresh each time. contents bullet arrow iconAvoid over-boiling, as it can reduce the aroma of spices. contents bullet arrow iconAdjust black pepper and red chili quantities to control the spice level.

Enjoy the authentic taste of South India in every sip of this soulful rasam!