Roasted Tomato Rasam & Lemon Rice For A Simple Supp

Name: Roasted Tomato Rasam & Lemon Rice For A Simple Supper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tomatoes :, I used a bowl of cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup lentils :, boiled and mashed; 1/2 white onion or yellow; 1 teaspoon salt Pepper: or to taste; 1 teaspoon tamarind paste /pulp; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 3 curry leaves; 1 teaspoon cumin powder Roasted; 1 teaspoon coriander powder Roasted; 1/2 teaspoon peppercorn Roasted, powder; 2 cups water; fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

3 tomatoes :, I used a bowl of cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup lentils :, boiled and mashed
1/2 white onion or yellow
1 teaspoon salt Pepper: or to taste
1 teaspoon tamarind paste /pulp
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
3 curry leaves
1 teaspoon cumin powder Roasted
1 teaspoon coriander powder Roasted
1/2 teaspoon peppercorn Roasted, powder
2 cups water
fresh cilantro

1
Roast the tomatoes, chopped onion and cilantro (lightly brushed with olive oil) in an oven proof dish for 20 minutes at 350 C.
2
Let it cool for a while and give it a quick churn with hand blender to make puree.
3
Roasted Tomatoes develop a unique Flavor that makes this Rasam very appetizing
4
Heat this puree in a pan and add mashed lentils, water, salt, tamarind paste to taste.
5
I like to add fresh Tamarind pulp that can be made by soaking tamarind in warm water for 30-45 mins.)
6
Let the mix simmer for 5 - 6 minutes.
7
In another pan, heat few drops of oil and make a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves and freshly chopped cilantro. Mix this tempering in the tomato puree.
8
Season with freshly roasted cumin, coriander and peppercorn powder to taste to make this tangy Rasam.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tomatoes :, I used a bowl of cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup lentils :, boiled and mashed, 1/2 white onion or yellow, 1 teaspoon salt Pepper: or to taste, and more.

Yes, Roasted Tomato Rasam & Lemon Rice For A Simple Supper falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Roasted Tomato Rasam & Lemon Rice For A Simple Supper

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