Chettinad Style Pundu Rasam (Garlic Rasam)
Cuisine: South Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Description:
Chettinad Style Pundu Rasam is a flavorful and healthy South Indian dish, made with garlic and Chettinad spices. This aromatic rasam recipe is perfect for a cozy winter meal, offering a balance of savory flavors and health benefits. It pairs beautifully with rice, sambar, and papad.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup tuvar dal (Arhar dal), cooked
- 20 grams tamarind, soaked in 1 cup water
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 20 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 sprig curry leaves, torn
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp rasam powder, plus 1 tsp
- 1/2 tsp whole black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 tsp ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- A pinch of asafoetida
- Coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Coriander (Dhania) leaves, roughly chopped (for garnish)
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Instructions:
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Cook the Tuvar Dal:
In a pressure cooker, add the tuvar dal along with 1 cup of water. Cook for 3 to 4 whistles, then allow the pressure to release naturally. Once done, mash the dal and set it aside. -
Prepare the Rasam Base:
In a saucepan, add the tamarind water, chopped tomatoes, garlic cloves, and torn curry leaves. Cook this mixture for about 5 to 7 minutes until the tomatoes soften. -
Season the Rasam:
After 5 to 7 minutes, add 1 cup of water to the saucepan. Then, add the rasam powder, salt, and allow it to cook for an additional 10 minutes. -
Add the Dal:
Stir in the cooked and mashed tuvar dal. Let the mixture simmer for about 1 minute. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add more water at this point. -
Make the Spice Powder:
Grind the black pepper, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds into a coarse powder using a mixer or grinder. Add this spice blend to the rasam. Let the rasam cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes for the flavors to meld. -
Prepare the Tadka:
In a small pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add a pinch of asafoetida. Pour the tempering over the rasam and stir well. -
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with fresh chopped coriander leaves. Serve your Chettinad Style Pundu Rasam hot with rice, kirai sambar, chow chow thoran, and papad for a complete South Indian meal.
Enjoy your healthy and flavorful Chettinad Style Pundu Rasam, perfect for cozy winter meals!
