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 TOMATO RASAM

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes - 5
• Tamarind paste - 1 tbsp
• Boiled Masoor dhal - 2 tbsp 
• Water - 3 to 4 cups
• Red chilli powder - 1/4 tsp
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
• Cumin seeds - 3 tsp
• Pepper  -  1 tsp
• Salt to taste
  

For Seasoning :

• Oil or Ghee - 1/2 tbsp
• Mustard seeds - 1 tsp 
• Black gram dhal - 1tsp
• Asafoetida - 1 tsp
• Curry leaves - few
• Rasam powder - 1/2 tsp (optional)

For Garnish:

• Finely chopped coriander leaves

Method:

Pierce the tomatoes with a fork and microwave in a microwave safe bowl for 5 minutes at 100% power. When the tomatoes cool, remove the skin and blend it in a blender.

In a large pan add oil, mustard seeds, black gram dhal, asafoetida, curry leaves and  rasam powder fry for 2 to 3 minutes.

Add the mashed tomatoes, 4 cups of water and all other ingredients and cook for 5 minutes. Serve hot with boiled rice and papad.