Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

Lemon juice

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Cumin powder

1.5 tsp

Coriander Powder

1 pinch

Salt

0.5 cup

Water

1 unit

Mango

Raw

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

0.5 tsp

Black pepper powder

freshly ground

0.25 cup

Arhar dal

cooked

1 unit

Tomato

diced

5 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

1 pinch

Asafoetida

1 tbsp

Ghee

1 tbsp

Jaggery

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

1 sprig

Curry leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Wash the mango, cut the stem, and place the entire mango in a pressure cooker with 1/2 cup of water.

Step 2
~3 min

Close the cooker and pressure cook for 5 to 6 whistles. Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 3
~3 min

When the pressure releases and the mango has cooled, squeeze out the pulp and discard the stone and peels.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the mango pulp to a mixer grinder with 1/2 cup of water and blend into a smooth puree.

Step 5
~3 min

Set aside the mango puree.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook the toor dal in 1 cup of water for 5 to 6 whistles and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 7
~3 min

Once the pressure releases, mash the toor dal until smooth and set aside.

Step 8
~3 min

Heat ghee in a saucepan.

Step 9
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot ghee. Allow them to crackle.

Step 10
~3 min

Once the seeds have crackled, add asafoetida, curry leaves, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté for a few seconds.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the mango pulp, tomato, lemon juice, black pepper powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, jaggery, cooked dal, and salt to the saucepan. Mix well.

Step 12
~3 min

Add about 2 cups of water to adjust the consistency of the rasam.

Step 13
~3 min

Bring the Mango Rasam to a brisk boil for about 10 minutes, until froth appears around the edges. Turn off the heat.

Step 14
~3 min

Stir in the chopped coriander leaves and mix well.

Step 15
~3 min

Transfer the Mango Rasam into a serving bowl and serve hot.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve Mango Rasam with steamed rice, beetroot poriyal, and elai vadam for a weekday meal.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jaggery to control the sweetness of the rasam.

For a spicier rasam, add more green chilies or black pepper powder.

Use fresh, ripe mangoes for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice.

Serve as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Beetroot Poriyal
Elai Vadam
Steamed Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A staple soup in South Indian cuisine, known for its digestive properties.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ugadi
Tamil New Year

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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