Rasam Powder Recipe (Homemade)
Rasam Powder is a quick, flavorful spice mix specially crafted for those who want bold South Indian flavors without a complex process. It is known as instant rasam masala or easy rasam podi, this homemade blend combines aromatic spices, lentils, and herbs to deliver the essence of traditional rasam in minutes. Perfect for solo cooking or busy weekdays, this versatile mix makes preparing rasam effortless, just add it to hot water with some tamarind or tomatoes for a comforting, tangy broth. Ideal for bachelors, students, or beginners, this spicy rasam spice blend brings warmth, depth, and a homemade touch to every bowl.
Equipment
Cooking pot
Blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup Toor Dal / Tuvaram Paruppu
- 15 no Dry Red Chillies
- 1 tablespoon Whole Black Pepper
- 3 tablespoon Coriander Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Cumin Seeds
- 2 sprig Curry Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Asafoetida / Hing
- 2 tablespoon Jaggery / Palm Sugar / Gur optional
- 1 tablespoon Turmeric Powder
Instructions
- Roast all the ingredients separately, except, turmeric, jaggery, asafoetida.
- Once all ingredients all well roasted, add it back in to the pan, turn off the heat and add in asafoetida and toss well. Remove this to a plate and let it cool completely.
- Take this in a blender and crush lightly, add in jaggery and turmeric powder. Powder finely. Store it in an air tight container and use accordingly.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Rasam Powder Recipe (Homemade)
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
372
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
82
mg
4
%
Potassium
669
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
69
g
23
%
Fiber
24
g
100
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
21
g
42
%
Vitamin A
430
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
107
mg
130
%
Calcium
292
mg
29
%
Iron
13
mg
72
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.