Lemon Rasam (Soup) with Rasa Mela

Lemon Ginger Rasam (Soup) with Rasa Mela

Lemon Ginger Rasam (Soup) with Rasa Mela

Prana Kitchens

Servings

2

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Cuisine

Indian

Category

Appetizer drink

Enjoy the invigorating flavors of our Lemon Rasam, heightened with the aromatic essence of Rasa Mela. This traditional South Indian soup combines tangy lemon with a blend of warming spices and Rasa Mela, known for its distinctive taste and health benefits. Served piping hot, it's a comforting and rejuvenating dish perfect for any mealtime or as a soothing remedy during colder days.

Lemon Ginger Rasam (Soup) with Rasa Mela

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp oil or ghee

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 tomato pureed

  • 2 tsp Prana Kitchens Rasa Mela
  • 1 inch ginger shredded

  • 1 green chili slit lengthwise (optional)

  • ¼ tsp SRS turmeric powder

  • 1 tbsp jaggery shavings or powder
  • Salt to taste

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  • 1 tsp oil or ghee
  • ¼ tsp Mustard seeds
  • Some curry leaves (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon

Directions

  1. In a heavy bottomed pot, heat oil/ghee & sauté shredded ginger & green chili for 30 secs.

  2. Add tomato puree, turmeric, salt and water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Simmer on medium heat for about 5 mts until all flavors are well incorporated.
  4. Lower heat, add Prana Kitchens Rasa Mela, jaggery and cook for 2 mts. Remove from flame.

  5. Prepare seasoning by heating oil in a separate pan. Add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, remove from heat and toss in curry leaves.

  6. Add lemon juice, seasoning, & chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve hot as an appetizer drink or enjoy with rice.

  8. Optional - top with 1/2 tsp of ghee before serving.
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