Tomato Rasam
By admin · Published October 19, 2026 · Updated October 19, 2026
Make tomato rasam with measured ingredients and the step-by-step method below. This Tamil Nadu recipe serves 3.
Approximate total time: 25 min.
Thedietco serving tip
Serve with a protein-containing side if using this soup as a full meal.
Portions are general suggestions. Discuss individual needs, allergies and relevant medical conditions with a qualified dietitian. Measurements: 1 cup is approximately 240 mL; ingredients are raw unless stated otherwise.
Illustrative serving; ingredients and appearance may differ. Photo: File:Rasam.JPG by Miansari66 · Public domain. Resized and converted to WebP.
- Servings
- 3 servings
- Cuisine
- Indian · Tamil Nadu
Ingredients
- Tomatoes 3 ripe
- Cooked toor dal 1/3 cup
- Tamarind pulp 1 tsp
- Garlic 2 cloves
- Rasam powder 1 tsp
- Black pepper 1/4 tsp
- Cumin 1/2 tsp
- Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp
- Oil 1 tsp
- Curry leaves 6
- Water 3 cups
- Salt to taste
Method
- Crush tomatoes with garlic and mix with tamarind, rasam powder and water.
- Simmer 10 minutes until tomato flavour develops.
- Stir in thinly mashed cooked dal; heat until frothy but avoid vigorous boiling.
- Temper mustard, cumin and curry leaves in oil; pour over and serve.