How to Make Rasam

Rasam is a South Indian soup that is made primarily with the juices of a tomato with pepper and other spices. Here's a simple recipe

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• toor dal (togari bele) - 1/4 cup
• tomatoes - 1 16 oz.can or 4 large tomatoes OR
• cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• hing powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• grated coconut - 1 tablespoon
• mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• coriander seed powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• curry leaves - a bunch
• salt to taste

1. Boil the tomatoes well until they are soft and spongy.

2. Add bele, salt, chili powder, turmeric powder and tamarind extract.
   Simmer for a few minutes.

3. Blend the grated coconut with coriander seed powder and hing powder. Simmer for a few minutes.

4. Heat a little oil in a fry pan and pop the mustard seed. Add curry leaves after removing the heat source and add it all to the tomato mixture.

5. Pour into a bowl, garnish with coriander leaves and enjoy!