By: Nikita Nikhil
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Rasam powder is an aromatic and flavourful spice blend that adds a tangy and spicy kick to rasam. It is easy to make and extremely versatile. Here's how to make it fresh at home:
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To make this, you need 2 tbsp toor dal, 1 ½ tbsp coriander seeds, 1 tbsp black pepper, ½ tsp fenugreek seeds, 1 ½ tsp cumin seeds, and 5 dried red chillies.
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Dry roast toor dal until it turns golden. Then add 1 ½ tbsp of coriander seeds, 1 tbsp black pepper and ½ tsp fenugreek seeds and roast till aromatic.
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In the same pan, add 1 ½ tsp cumin seeds and 5 dried red chillies to the roasted mixture. Continue roasting until the chillies turn crisp.
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Allow the roasted mixture to cool completely. Once done, grind it into a fine powder using a blender or a spice grinder.
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Transfer the rasam powder to an airtight container to prolong its freshness and flavour. Store it in a cool and dry place.
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