Health Advantages:

• Rasam is a nutritious soup that has a number of health advantages. Some of the health advantages of rasam include:
• Enhances digestion: Rasam contains a variety of digestive-enhancing spices. Rasam’s cumin, coriander, and black pepper all aid in promoting digestion and minimising bloating.
• Immunity-boosting properties: The components of Rasam, including tamarind, tomato, and turmeric, are abundant in antioxidants and vitamins that support immunity and shield the body from infections.
• Relief from cold and cough symptoms: The spice blend in Rasam aids in the relief of cold and cough symptoms. It also includes anti-inflammatory qualities that support the body’s efforts to reduce inflammation.

Ingredients:

To make Rasam, you will need the following ingredients:

1. Tamarind – 1 lemon-sized ball
2. Tomatoes – 2 medium-sized
3. Rasam powder – 1 tablespoon
4. Turmeric powder – 1/2 teaspoon
5. Cumin seeds – 1 teaspoon
6. Mustard seeds – 1 teaspoon
7. Coriander leaves – a handful
8. Curry leaves – a handful
9. Black pepper – 1 teaspoon
10. Asafoetida – a pinch
11. Salt – to taste
12. Water – 4 cups
13. Ghee – 1 tablespoon

Instructions:

1. Follow these steps to make delicious and healthy Rasam:
2. Soak the tamarind in 1 cup of water for 15 minutes. 
3. Squeeze the tamarind and extract the pulp.
4. Discard the residue and keep the tamarind water aside.
5. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and keep them aside.
6. In a pan, heat ghee and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and asafoetida. Saute for a few seconds.
7. Add the chopped tomatoes and saute for a few minutes until the tomatoes become soft.
8. Add the turmeric powder, Rasam powder, and black pepper. Saute for a few seconds.
9. Add the tamarind water and salt. Mix well and bring it to a boil.
10. Add the curry leaves and coriander leaves. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
11. Serve hot with rice.