Easy Garlic Rasam
Garlic Rasam can be made in two ways – one quick and easy, and another that uses freshly ground spices and requires a little more time. This recipe focuses on the easy version, ideal for days when you want a light, healthy rasam that can be prepared quickly. Click here for the more involved recipe.
Rasam means Essence. In this recipe, the essence comes from Garlic, and a few wonderful, aromatic spices. It is delicious and healthy.
RECIPE :
Easy Garlic Rasam
This recipe focuses on the easy version, ideal for days when you want a light, healthy rasam that can be prepared quickly.
Ingredients
- 10 - 15 Garlic Cloves peeled, cut into thick slices
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 2 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Coriander Powder
- ½ - 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- ½ - 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Hing asafoetida
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 2 tsp Salt
- 2 - 3 tsp Tamarind Paste
- 4 - 6 Curry Leaves
- 2 tbsp Cilantro finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 2 tsp Rice Flour
Instructions
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Place the sauce pan again on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
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When oil is hot, add mustard seeds. When mustard seeds crackle rapidly, lower the heat and add 4 cups of water.
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Add the garlic pieces, turmeric, curry leaves and 1 tsp salt to the water. Stir with a large spoon or ladle. Cook for 5 minutes.
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Add ground pepper, cayenne powder, cumin powder, coriander powder and hing to the pan.
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Mix the rice flour in 2 tbsp of cold or lukewarm water and mix well. Add this to the garlic mixture in the pan.
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Add 2 tsp tamarind paste. Stir the contents.
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Cook for 5 more minutes, or until garlic is soft and cooked well. Don't overcook the garlic.
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Add the chopped cilantro. Mix well.
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Taste a little. Add more salt and tamarind, if necessary.
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Serve the Rasam hot, on a hot bed of rice.
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You can serve cooked vegetables as a side dish, and Raita (if you are not vegan). Potato chips will also go well with Garlic Rasam.
<a href=”https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-garlic”>Nutrition Facts of Garlic</a>
<a href=”https://versatilefoodie.com/tag/rasam/”>Other Rasam Recipes</a>
