Rasam

Ingredients

• •2 ripe tomatoes, crushed
• •2 tbsp tamarind pulp
• •2 tsp rasam powder
• •1 tsp black pepper, crushed
• •1 tsp cumin seeds, crushed
• •3 garlic cloves, crushed
• •1 green chili, slit
• •10 curry leaves
• •2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped
• •Salt to taste

Steps

1. 1 Combine crushed tomatoes, tamarind pulp, and 2 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil.
2. 2 Add rasam powder, crushed pepper, cumin, garlic, green chili, and salt. Simmer 10 minutes.
3. 3 Stir in curry leaves and switch off the heat — don't boil after adding curry leaves.
4. 4 Garnish with coriander and serve hot with steamed rice or as a soup.