RASAM

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This is one way I make Rasam (a tamarind based gram soup like dish which can be served with simple steamed rice and a vegetable and also a meat side dish or also as an accompaniment)This recipe is from the Compilation of recipes from the Master Chefs of India.

Provided by Girl from India

Categories     Vegan

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

100 g red gram, split
1 tablespoon oil
5 g mustard (1 tsp)
5 whole dried red chilies
10 curry leaves
1 g asafoetida powder
2 tablespoons garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 -3 tomatoes, quartered
3 -4 peppercorns, crushed
1 green chili
1/2 cup tamarind pulp (100 gms)
salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil.
  • Add the mustard seeds, as soon as they splutter add the red chillies (whole), curry leaves, asafoetida and garlic and saute for 2 mins.
  • Add the turmeric, red gram, tomatoes, peppercorns, green chilli, tamarind pulp and salt.
  • Mix and add 2-3 cups of water.
  • (if using pressure cooker add 2 cups and if cooking open add 3 cups).
  • Bring to a boil and simmer till dal is tender and soft.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Serve hot.

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