rasam

There was a time, about 10-15 years ago, when "shots" became a favourite amuse-bouche in Caracas parties and weddings. This recipe, which is generally served as a soup, with chunks of vegetables in it, was one of those "shots". Once the soup was ready, I'd just blend it and decorate the top with...

Tomato Charu/Rasam made using Charu/Rasam spice mix. I sometimes follow the recipe but below is a picture of my take on it (add more veg/pulses and eat as a soup.) Nice, spicy, warming soup.

Homemade Rasam Powder This is a spicy powder generally used in the southern Indian dish rasam. It is quite spicy with a peppery kick. Ingredients 2 tbsp coriander seeds 1 tbsp cumin seeds 1 tbsp toor dal 1 tsp black peppercorns ½ tsp fenugreek seeds 4 dried red chillies A handful of fresh curry...