Rasam Recipe
Rasam is a popular south Indian appetiser the soup come with the tanginess of curd or buttermilk which add depth to the recipe like all rasam . let’s make rasam
Ingredients
4 Cup curd
1/5 Inch ginger
4 Green chili
2 Chopped onion
1 Tablespoon chana dal
1 Tablespoon mustard seed
1 Tablespoon cumin seed
1 Dry red chili
1 Spring curry leaves
1/5 Tablespoon turmeric
As needed salt
Step:1
Add water in curd for buttermilk mix well for smooth mixer add , salt , green chili , 1/5 inch ginger , and chopped onion keep it aside
Step:2
Strip them one more time before adding the pastes and powder spices
Step:3
Add 1 dry chili , prepared onion paste , curry leaves and mashed garlic cloves saute them for 5-6 minutes then add 1/5 tablespoon turmeric powder and as needed salt
Step:4
Now in a bowl add prepared buttermilk and transfer the prepared tempering in a bowl mix it everything completely
Step:5
Rasam Buttermilk is ready serve it with hot rice and enjoy
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FAQs
1. What is Curd Rasam
Curd Rasam is a tangy, yogurt-based South Indian soup tempered with spices, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. It’s a cooling dish often served with rice, especially in summer.
2. Is it the same as Mor Kuzhambu
Curd Rasam: Thinner consistency, more sour, rasam-like.
Mor Kuzhambu: Thicker, includes coconut paste, and has vegetables.
3. Why did my curd split while cooking
High heat: Always cook on low flame.
Sour yogurt: Use slightly fresh (not overly fermented) curd.
Temper spices separately before adding to yogurt mix.
4. Can I make it vegan
Yes! Use coconut yogurt or plant-based curd (adjust sourness with lemon).
5. How to prevent curdling
Whisk yogurt smoothly with water before heating.
Add a paste of rice flour or besan (1 tsp) for stability.
6. What tempering (tadka) works best
Classic combo:
Mustard seeds + cumin
Curry leaves + dry red chilies
Hing (asafoetida) for digestion
Conclusion
Curd Rasam is a comforting, probiotic-rich dish that balances heat and aids digestion. Perfect for hot days or when craving a light, flavorful meal with rice.