Authentic South Indian Rasam Recipe – A Flavorful Delight
Rasam — a indian recipe (condiments and sauces) with 14 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
35
Total Time (min)
4
servings
201
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas) (soaked for 30 minutes)
- 4 cups water
- 1 medium tomato (chopped)
- 1 tsp tamarind paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 green green chilies (slit)
- 1 sprig curry leaves
- 1 tsp ginger (grated)
- 2 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp asafoetida (hing)
- 2 tsp coriander leaves (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tsp oil (for tempering)
Instructions
5 steps
Cook the Dal
In a pressure cooker, add the soaked toor dal with 2 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles until soft.
You can also cook the dal in a pot; it will take longer.Prepare the Rasam Base
In a pot, combine the cooked dal, chopped tomato, tamarind paste, and remaining water. Bring to a boil.
Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.Add Spices
Add salt, ginger, and green chilies to the boiling mixture. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.Temper the Spices
In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Once they splutter, pour over the rasam.
This adds a fragrant aroma to your rasam.Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with rice or as a soup.
Rasam pairs well with steamed rice and papad.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic South Indian Rasam Recipe – A Flavorful Delight is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 35 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can make a tomato-based rasam without dal, but the texture will be different.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
