Rasam Podi
As I mentioned earlier, some podi can be added as an extra / main ingredient, to enhance the taste of the dish. One among this category is Rasam Podi/Powder. Rasam podi is a powder made from cumin seeds, pepper, toor dal, dried red chillies, and asafoetida. I always prefer homemade podi for my cooking. The procedure and proportion of the spices and lentils differ from each household.Rasam is a soup kind of dish made with tamarind juice. The powder added to this soup differs from each household. There are varieties of rasam made in south Indian cuisine. I love rasam. My meal is not complete without rasam.
Ingredients
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10 round dry red chillies
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50 gm of pepper
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50 gm of toor dal
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150 gm cumin seeds
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2teaspoon of asafoetida powder
Preparation
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Add the cumin seeds, pepper, red chillies and toor dal in a mixer jar..
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Add the asafoetida powder and grind everything together into a fine powder.
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Store it in an air tight container.
Spicy and healthy homemade Rasam Powder is ready!
Tips / variations:
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Adding a handful of curry leaves will enhance the taste and flavour of the dish.
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If crystal asafoetida is used, roast them in oil before grinding.
Shelf Life:
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It can be stored for 6 to 8 months in an airtight container.
Nutrients value:
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Asafoetida powder helps reduce bloating and other stomach problems.
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Cumin seeds promote digestion and a rich source of Iron.
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Black pepper contains antimicrobial compounds that help keep food fresh. It also reduces Cancer Risk and fights the flu, colds and fungal infections.
