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South Indian Milagu rasam

Pepper Rasam Recipe | Milagu Rasam

Pepper Rasam Recipe | Milagu Rasam
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine indian cuisine, south indian
Servings 4
Calories 74 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Tamarind pulp
  • 3 Tomatoes
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Peppercorns
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 2 tablespoon Coriander leaves
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 pinch Asafoetida
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 3 cups Water
  • 1 tablespoon Ghee

Instructions
 

  • Here's a simple step-by-step method to whip up a delicious batch of Pepper Rasam:
  • Soak tamarind in warm water and extract the pulp.
  • Puree fresh tomatoes.
  • Toast together, black pepper, curry leaves, and cumin.
  • Crush roasted black pepper, curry leaves, and cumin along with fresh ginger.
  • In a large pot combine together, crushed and pureed tomatoes water, Salt, tamarind pulp,Asafoetida. Bring to a rolling boil.
  • Now add crushed black pepper cumin and ginger, simmer them for 5minutes letting the flavors meld beautifully.
  • Finish with chopped coriander and ghee. Rasam is done!

Notes

Tips to Make the Best Rasam
  • Lightly toast the spices before pounding them for the maximum flavor.
  • It adds extra depth of flavor.
  • Don't skimp on the curry leaves—they add a distinct aroma to the rasam.
  • Allow the rasam to simmer gently to allow the flavors to develop fully.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 309mgPotassium: 317mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 835IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
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