Indian Spicy Tomato Rasam

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Indian Spicy Tomato Rasam

 

For the masala powder:

1 tsp. cumin seeds

1 1/2 tsps. coriander seeds

8 peppercorns

 

2 lbs. tomatoes

3 tbsps. tamarind water or use grape juice

1 tsp. lemon juice

2 pinches turmeric powder

1/2 tsp. chili powder

1/4 tsp. asofoetida or a crushed garlic clove

salt to taste

1 tablespoon chopped coriander or cilantro

 

Roast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds and peppercorns for 1 minute. Grind into

a masala powder. Cut the tomatoes in half and boil in 8 glasses of water. Add

the remaining ingredients including the masala powder and boil for a further 10

minutes. Break the tomatoes with a spoon. Boil again for 10 minutes. Garnish

with chopped coriander and serve hot.