Jeera or Cumin Rasam

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 13
Jeera or Cumin Rasam - A Spicy Soup Recipe
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon tamarind powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 -2 chopped tomato
3 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 -2 teaspoon of raw toor dal
1 -2 dried red chili
2 teaspoons ghee ( optional ) or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil ( optional )
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
30 curry leaves
4 cups water
2 sprigs cilantro leaves ( optional )
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
65
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Jeera or Cumin Rasam is a traditional South Indian soup that is usually consumed with rice. The recipe is simple and easy to make and can be adapted to suit the taste preferences by altering the spice level. The soup is usually served in a bowl along with rice or can be consumed as it is as a light meal. It is a perfect meal for afternoons when a light meal is preferred.

Instructions

1.Soak the tamarind in 1/4 cup water and extract the juice.
2.Roast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and red chili in a pan until fragrant and grind it into a powder.
3.Cook the toor dal in a pressure cooker with 1 cup water until soft, and mix it with 2 cups water.
4.In a pot, heat oil, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
5.Add curry leaves, tomato and cook until soft, add the tamarind juice, turmeric, and powdered spices.
6.Let it cook for 5 minutes, then add the cooked dal water. Let it simmer for 7-8 minutes.
7.Switch off the flame, add cilantro leaves, and serve hot with rice or as a soup.

PROS

Jeera or Cumin Rasam is a classic South Indian soup that is light and easy to digest.

The cumin and coriander present in the soup aid in digestion and boost immunity.

The dish is vegan and gluten-free and can be adapted to be low in calories.

CONS

The soup is slightly sour due to tamarind, which may not be preferred by some.

If overcooked, the soup may become thick and lose its consistency.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jeera or Cumin Rasam is known to aid in digestion and cure stomach ailments.
Curry leaves present in the soup help regulate blood sugar levels and maintain cholesterol levels.
The cumin present in the dish has anti-inflammatory properties and helps in reducing bloating and Flatulence.

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