3 easy rasam recipes that don't need rasam powder

 

When it pours, there’s nothing more comforting than eating a bowl of steaming, tangy rasam with rice and pappad. This South Indian dish isn’t just yummy; it also clears any nagging infection in the throat. Although there are many ways of preparing rasam, most recipes include the addition of rasam powder which is undeniably difficult to make, and is time consuming.

If you’re in a rush, then try these simple rasam recipes that won’t eat into your time:

Tomato Rasam

Tomato Rasam or takkali rasam as malayalis refer to it is a traditional item found during onam sadya. This can be made without powder and lentil stock and yet, it retains a spicy flavour. You just need to grind dry roasted red chillies, pepper corns, garlic and jeera. You can find the full recipe here.

Bachelor’s Rasam

This is for people who don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen. This recipe requires you to grind all the ingredients and temper the mixture in a wok. To find out how exactly you should go about this dish, click here.

Nellai Rasam

This dish, famous in Tirunalveli, doesn’t need any rasam powder. However, you need to include dal in the mixture. To create this sweet, spicy, tangy and rustic dish, follow the instructions given here.