Thelivu Rasam Recipe

Step 1: To begin making Thelivu Rasam Recipe, wash and pressure cook the toor dal for 2 whistles and keep aside till the pressure releases naturally

Step 2: Make a smooth paste of the tomatoes, garlic cloves and green chilli using a blender and keep aside

Step 3: Heat ghee in a pan

Step 4: Once heated, add the mustard seeds on a low heat and let them crackle

Step 5: Add the asafoetida, curry leaves and let them splutter for a few seconds

Step 6: Add the ground tomato paste, tamarind pulp, rasam powder and enough water to your desired consistency and bring it to a rolling boil

Step 7: Now, mash the cooked dal and add it to the pan, season with salt and simmer for about 2 minutes on medium heat

Step 8: Garnish with coriander leaves and switch off the heat

Step 9: Serve the Thelivu Rasam Recipe along with Steamed Rice, Elai Vadam Recipe (A Traditional South Indian Rice Papad), Bajri Ki Roti Recipe and Mulakootal (Vegetables In Coconut Gravy) Recipe for a complete weeknight dinner