Kerala Tasty Rasam

Ingredientsfor 4 servings

• 1/2 cup Red gram (Thuvaraparippu)
• 2 nos Tomato
• Mustard seeds A, a few
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds (Jeerakam)
• 6 nos Small onions (Kunjulli)
• 3 nos Garlic pods
• Salt, to taste
• Curry leaves A, a few
• Coriander leaves A, a few
• 1/4 tsp Chilly powder
• Pepper, to taste
• Asafoetida A pinch (Kayam)
• 1/2 tsp Lemon juice

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Cook the dal.

2. Step 2

   Grind the tomatoes and add it to the cooked dal.

3. Step 3

   Set a pan over medium heat and pour in the oil.

4. Step 4

   Add mustard seeds and when they allow to crackle, add cumin seeds and finely chopped onions and garlic.

5. Step 5

   Add this to the dal along with water and salt.

6. Step 6

   Allow it to boil.

7. Step 7

   Add chilly powder and pepper.

8. Step 8

   Cook till it reaches the desired consistency.

9. Step 9

   Add coriander leaves and curry leaves before removing from flame.

10. Step 10

    Add asafoetida and lime juice and Stir everything together thoroughly. Serve hot.