Rasam is a staple in all SouthIndian homes.Rasam powder recipes varies from state to state and there are many varieties within the state as well. One such popular Rasam powder hails from Udupi a place in Karnataka.It is very flavorful and quick to make. I usually make small batches to retain the flavor and freshness.
What is Rasam?
Rasam is served with rice or drank as a soup when we have sore throat or Cold. It is even good for upset tummy. The Spices used aids digestion and is light on tummy and hence It is also called South Indian Soup. It is made with or without Dal . Toor dal is used when making with Dal. It is rich in Antioxidents and improves digestion.
Theme for May :
This recipe is my humble contribution for May theme suggested by Jayashree.She is an amazing blogger and has published many e-books to her credit. I love her recipes. Bookmarked her Amba Bhaat recipe. I have been paired with her .She gave me two secret ingredients Coconut oil and Methi. I gave her two secret ingredients Salt and Ghee. Do check out her space as she made Mangalore Buns.
Recipe for Udupi Rasam Powder:
Ingredients:
1 Tsp Fenugreek /Methi
1/2 Cup Coriander / Dhania
2 Tsp Cumin / Jeera
2 Tbsp Coconut Oil
1/2 Tsp Asafoetida / Hing
Few Curry Leaves
40 Dry Red Chillies
Method:
Heat oil in a large bottom pan.
Roast Methi seeds. Once they turn brown add coriander seeds.
Roast on low flame until they are aromatic. ensure not to burn.
Now add jeera and roast.
Once the spices are aromatic add dry red chillies , hing and curry leaves
Roast until the chillies swell and curry leaves turn crisp.
Transfer the mixture on to a plate and allow it to cool completely.
Grind all the ingredients to get fine powder.
Store it in a airtight container. Saaru pudi is ready for use.
Homemade is the best, fresh and flavourful spices take the taste and aroma of dishes to another level.. this looks so good. bookmarking this to make soon to add in rasam during chilly rainy evenings.
Love the colour of the homemade rasam powder Preethi. With simple ingredients its best to make the spice mixture at home.I once bought a small packet of ready made rasam powder and it didn’t any taste whatsoever.
Lovely colour of the rasam podi! I’m sure it is absolutely flavourful and very fragrant. There’s nothing like home-made spice powders, made fresh in small batches. I’ll definitely be trying this out. 🙂
40 chilliieesss :-0 But well what is a rasam if not spicy 🙂 And like you mention in the post, I too love to drink it as a soup when I have a scratchy throat or cold. And I love making my own spice mix and have been wanting to try both rasam and sambhar powder since some time now.
How much spice mix do these quantities make?
This looks so flavorful and spicy rasam powder. Being a spice loving person, I would like to try this sometime. Bookmarking it.
Extremely flavorful podi and the rasam made using this powder is always top class. I do make this in small batches and keep it ready 🙂
I also like making my powders at home. This one looks super . Nice rich and red colour. I will make it when my old stock is over
There is no match to homemade spice blends. They are so aromatic and flavorful ! Loved the color of this Udupi style rasam powder.
Homemade is the best, fresh and flavourful spices take the taste and aroma of dishes to another level.. this looks so good. bookmarking this to make soon to add in rasam during chilly rainy evenings.
Love the colour of the homemade rasam powder Preethi. With simple ingredients its best to make the spice mixture at home.I once bought a small packet of ready made rasam powder and it didn’t any taste whatsoever.
Beautiful pics Preethi. I tried at home today and it turned out to be really nice. Keep it up!
Thank you Teja. So glad you liked it.
Lovely colour of the rasam podi! I’m sure it is absolutely flavourful and very fragrant. There’s nothing like home-made spice powders, made fresh in small batches. I’ll definitely be trying this out. 🙂
40 chilliieesss :-0 But well what is a rasam if not spicy 🙂 And like you mention in the post, I too love to drink it as a soup when I have a scratchy throat or cold. And I love making my own spice mix and have been wanting to try both rasam and sambhar powder since some time now.
How much spice mix do these quantities make?
The chilli variety I have used is not at all spicy but gives a nice colour to the rasam powder. You can use it for 4-5 times to make rasam.
Udupi style saaru podi looks very spicy Di, can feel it’s aroma while boiling saaru. Loved saarina podi color. Homemade rasam podi surely adds good taste.
The aroma and flavor of freshly ground powder is way to amazing. Bookmarking this recipe to try this version soon.
Wow another interesting Rasam powder recipe that too from traditional Udupi Cuisine. I would love to try this for my next Rasam
There is a slight variation in the rasam powder that we make and the udupi powder. I must make this the next time. Lovely share.
Love the images for saaru podi and the colour. We love anna saaru on winter nights and saaru podi becomes an integral part.