Tomato Rasam.

~30 minutes estimated. This is a simplified tomato rasam without a separate lentil base.

US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.

Ingredients

• 14.11 oz by weight ripe tomatoes, crushed
• 23.67 fl oz water
• 1 tsp tamarind concentrate
• 1 tsp cumin, crushed
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, crushed
• 0.35 oz by weight garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp oil
• 0.5 tsp mustard seeds
• 10 curry leaves
• 0.75 tsp salt

Method

1. 01

   Simmer tomatoes, water, tamarind, cumin, pepper, garlic, and salt until the tomatoes soften and the broth is fragrant.

2. 02

   Heat oil in a small pan and let mustard seeds splutter. Add curry leaves carefully.

3. 03

   Pour the tempering into the broth. Bring just to a gentle simmer, then switch off and taste for balance.

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