Tomato Rasam Recipe for Children

Tomato Rasam is an authentic South Indian dish prepared using tomatoes and a few warming spices. It is best enjoyed with steamed rice, and the goodness of tomatoes, garlic, and some healing spices powers the dish. The preparation is mildly spicy, sweet and tangy, and the dish is not only tasty but is also super healthy. Read the blog to learn how to prepare Tomato Rasam for your children.

Ingredients Required

• Chopped tomatoes: 2

• Peppercorns: 1/4th tsp

• Cumin seeds: 1/4th tsp

• Turmeric powder:1/4th tsp

• Garlic cloves: 6

• Mustard seeds: 1⁄2 tsp

• Tulsi/holy basil leaves: 2

• A pinch of hing/asafoetida

• A pinch of ajwain/carom seeds

• Salt to taste

• Oil as required

Steps to Make Tomato Rasam

1. Wash the tomatoes and the basil leaves thoroughly.

2. Add tomatoes, basil leaves, ajwain, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, and peppercorns to a blender jar and blend to a smooth paste.

3. Heat oil in a skillet, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.

4. Next, add the smooth paste and saute for 2 minutes on a low flame.

5. Add water to the paste and mix thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a boil.

6. Add the turmeric powder, salt, and a pinch of hing.

7. Cook the spicy mixture until the raw smell is gone.

8. Tomato Rasam is ready. Serve with steamed rice.