Homemade
Rasam
Recipe: Traditional South Indian Soup With Spices

Name: Homemade ~Rasam~ Recipe: Traditional South Indian Soup With Spices
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 4 tbsp, soaked Toor dal; ¾ tsp Turmeric powder; 1 ½ tsp Rasam masala powder; ¼ tsp Black pepper powder; 2 ½ tbsp Tamarind pulp; 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped; to taste Salt; 4 tbsp, chopped Fresh coriander leaves; For Tempering:; 2 tbsp Ghee; ½ tsp Mustard seeds; ¼ tsp Asafoetida; 5–6 Curry leaves

45 mins

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Rasam is one of South India’s most beloved comfort foods, a tangy and aromatic soup made with tamarind, dal, and a blend of spices. Traditionally served with steamed rice, rasam is also enjoyed as a light soup that soothes the stomach and enhances digestion. This homemade rasam recipe is simple, flavourful, and perfect for everyday meals, especially when you crave something warm, tangy, and nourishing.

Ingredients

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4 tbsp, soakedToor dal

¾ tspTurmeric powder

1 ½ tspRasam masala powder

¼ tspBlack pepper powder

2 ½ tbspTamarind pulp

2 mediumTomatoes, chopped

to tasteSalt

4 tbsp, choppedFresh coriander leaves

For Tempering:

2 tbspGhee

½ tspMustard seeds

¼ tspAsafoetida

5–6Curry leaves

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Cook the dal

Pressure cook the soaked pigeon peas in 4 cups of water along with half the turmeric powder until 4–5 whistles. Once done, let the pressure release naturally and mash the dal well.