Rasam

# Authentic South Indian Rasam Recipe from Mom’s Dosa in Cloverdale

## Introduction/Description
Welcome to Mom’s Dosa, your go-to destination for delicious Indian food in Cloverdale! Today, we are excited to share our delightful **Rasam** recipe with you. Rasam is a traditional South Indian soup that’s tangy, spicy, and full of flavor. It’s perfect as a comforting starter or as a side dish with rice. Enjoy this easy-to-follow recipe that you can replicate at home, inspired by our restaurant’s kitchen!

## Ingredients List
– 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped
– 1/4 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
– 1 tbsp tamarind paste
– 2-3 cups water
– 1 tsp mustard seeds
– 1 tsp cumin seeds
– 2 dried red chilies
– 5-6 curry leaves
– 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tsp rasam powder (available at Indian stores or homemade)
– Salt to taste
– 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (coriander leaves)
– 1 tbsp ghee or oil

## Instructions/Steps
1. **Cook the Dal:** In a pressure cooker, cook the toor dal with 1.5 cups of water until soft. Mash it well and set aside.

2. **Prepare the Rasam Base:** In a pan, add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, tamarind paste, and 1.5 cups of water. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes.

3. **Add the Dal:** Mix the mashed toor dal into the simmering tomato mixture, stirring well. Add salt and rasam powder, then let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.

4. **Tempering:** In a small frying pan, heat the ghee or oil. Add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and curry leaves. Once the mustard seeds start to pop, pour the tempering into the rasam pot.

5. **Final Touch:** Stir well and let the rasam simmer for a minute longer. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

6. **Serve Warm:** Serve hot, either as a soup or with steamed rice.

## Cooking Time
– Preparation time: 10 minutes
– Cooking time: 25 minutes
– Total time: 35 minutes

## Serving Size
This recipe serves about 4 people.

## Tips and Variations
– **Spice Level:** Adjust the number of dried red chilies to your preferred level of heat.
– **Fresh Ingredients:** Use fresh tomatoes and herbs for the best flavor.
– **Vegetable Rasam:** You can add cooked vegetables like carrots or spinach for added nutrition.
– **Rasam Powder:** You can make your own rasam powder by blending roasted coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and black pepper together.

Please note, this **Rasam** recipe is a reference and might differ from what is served at Mom’s Dosa, where we focus on authentic flavors and spices in every dish.

Enjoy making this delightful dish and do visit Mom’s Dosa in Cloverdale for an unforgettable experience of Indian cuisine!