Veganvidsy's Recipe : Rasam Sadam- One Pot

How to make it

Here's a simple one-pot recipe for Rasam Sadam, along with its nutritional information.

Rice: 1 cup (preferably short-grain or sona masoori)
Toor Dal (Pigeon Peas): ½ cup
Water: 4 cups
Tamarind Paste: 1 tablespoon (or a small lemon-sized ball of tamarind soaked in water)
Tomato: 1 medium, chopped
Rasam Powder: 2 tablespoons (store-bought or homemade)
Turmeric Powder: ½ teaspoon
Mustard Seeds: 1 teaspoon
Cumin Seeds: 1 teaspoon
Curry Leaves: A few
Salt: To taste
Oil: 1 tablespoon
Fresh Coriander: For garnish

Cook Rice and Dal: In a large pot, add rice, toor dal, and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until both are cooked and soft (about 15-20 minutes).
Prepare Rasam: In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste with a little water. Add this to the cooked rice and dal mixture along with chopped tomato, rasam powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir well.
Simmer: Let it simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Temper: In a small pan, heat oil or ghee. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves. Let them splutter and then pour this tempering over the rasam sadam.
Garnish: Mix well and garnish with fresh coriander. Serve hot.

Protein-Rich: The combination of rice and toor dal provides a good source of protein.
Vitamins and Minerals: Tomatoes and spices contribute to the dish's nutritional value.
Digestive Benefits: Rasam is known for its digestive properties, often aiding in digestion due to the spices and tamarind.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of South Indian cuisine!