Delightful Rasam: Comforting Soup
A spicy and tangy soup that is perfect for a cold day
- 1 cup of toor dal
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste
- Cilantro, for garnish
Rasam is a spicy and tangy soup that is popular in South India. This soup is perfect for a cold day and is sure to warm you up from the inside out. The combination of spices and herbs used in this recipe makes it a flavorful and delicious soup that is sure to be a hit with everyone.
Start by cooking the toor dal in a saucepan with 2 cups of water. Once the dal is soft and cooked through, set it aside.
In a separate pan, heat the oil and add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add the chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant.
Next, add the chopped tomato and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the tomato is soft and mushy. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
Now add the cooked dal and 2 cups of water to the pan. Stir in the tamarind paste and let it come to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes or until the flavors have combined.
Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or any other accompaniment of your choice.
