Low Fat South Indian Rasam
Experience the comforting warmth of authentic South Indian cuisine with this Low Fat Rasam recipe, a tangy, flavorful soup that’s light yet packed with bold spices. Crafted with tamarind, juicy tomatoes, and an aromatic blend of garlic, peppercorns, cumin, and coriander, this dish is enhanced by the vibrant addition of curry leaves and cilantro. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this rasam is low in fat and enriched with natural goodness, making it ideal for weight-conscious food lovers. Serve it piping hot as a refreshing soup or poured over steamed rice for a soul-satisfying treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe showcases traditional cooking methods without compromising on taste or health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Tamarind
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 8 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 2 pieces Dry red chilies
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (coriander leaves)
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Soak the tamarind in 1/4 cup of warm water for 5 minutes. Mash it to extract the juice and discard the pulp. Set the tamarind water aside.
Roughly chop the tomatoes and mash them using your hands or a fork to create a pulpy consistency. Set aside.
In a mortar and pestle, coarsely crush the garlic cloves, black peppercorns, and cumin seeds together. Set aside.
Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a saucepan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Add the asafoetida, curry leaves, and dry red chilies to the pan. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the crushed spice mixture (garlic, pepper, cumin) and stir for 30 seconds.
Add the mashed tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.
Pour in the tamarind water, 4 cups of water, turmeric powder, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve hot as a soup or over steamed rice for a light, comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.5 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1729 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
