Rasam
Rasam is a traditional South Indian soup made with tamarind, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of vitamin C, thanks to the tomatoes and tamarind. This one-serving recipe is perfect for days when you don't want to cook a big meal.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
27 kcal
Protein
0 g
Carbs
5 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Mustard seeds
1 tsp (2g)
Cumin seeds
1 tsp (1g)
Turmeric powder
1 tsp (1g)
Fenugreek seeds
1 tsp (1g)
Asafoetida
1 pinch (1g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Garlic, big clove
1 gms (3g)
Plain Water
2 small glass (400g)
Common salt
1 tsp (3g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 small cup (50g)
Tamarind Paste
1.5 tsp (7.5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, turmeric powder, and asafoetida. Stir for a few seconds until fragrant.
Add chopped tomatoes, tamarind paste, green chili, and crushed garlic. Mix well.
Add water and salt. Stir well and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and let the rasam simmer for 5-7 minutes until the flavors are well combined.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or as a soup.
Community Reviews & Results
Divya Joshi
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and preparing this Rasam was completely hassle-free. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Divya Verma
"Making this regularly for dinner, and I loved how light yet filling this Rasam turned out to be. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Sneha Kumar
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and I loved how light yet filling this Rasam turned out to be. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Aarav Bhatia
"Prepped this over the weekend, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"