Mysore Rasam Recipe: Try The Healthy South Indian Classic

By Garima Johar

January 6, 2025

Mysore Rasam is a nutritious South Indian staple that can be served with a vada, idli, or even dosa. Known for its slightly tangy taste, here is how you can make an authentic rasam at home.

Ingredients

1/4 cup Toor dal 2 tomatoes 1 small ball tamarind paste 1 tsp rasam powder A few curry leaves 1 tsp mustard seeds 1/2 tsp cumin seeds A pinch of turmeric powder Red chilli powder to taste Salt to taste Coriander leaves for garnish Oil for tempering

Step 1

Pressure cook toor dal with a few curry leaves.

Step 2

Heat oil, splutter mustard and cumin seeds. Add chopped tomatoes and cook till soft.

Step 3

Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and rasam powder. Saute for a minute.

Step 4

Add the cooked toor dal, tamarind paste, and water. Season with salt and let it simmer.

Step 5

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with vada or idli.