Pepper Rasam – Warm Your Soul with Homemade Miriyala Charu:
Rasam is a popular South Indian dish, also known as charu. It’s a light soup that is often consumed with rice or served as an appetizer. The peppery taste and the aroma of the spices make it a favorite of many people, including myself. In this recipe, I’ll share with you my go-to recipe for Miriyala Charu or Pepper Rasam.
As a South Indian, rasam has been a staple in my household for as long as I can remember. Miriyala charu, or pepper soup, is a favorite of mine and my family’s. It’s spicy, tangy, and just what the doctor ordered during cold and flu season. Plus, it’s easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.
One of the main ingredients in this soup is peppercorn, which has natural antibiotic and antibacterial properties. It’s also great for relieving coughs and colds, as it helps to stimulate circulation and clear up stuffy sinuses. So, not only will you be satisfying your taste buds, but you’ll also be boosting your immune system at the same time.
This soup holds a special place in my heart as my mom makes it almost every other day during winters. The base of this charu recipe is the freshly made spice paste, which gives it a unique and authentic taste. All you need is black peppercorn, garlic, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds, and you’re good to go.
Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of making this tasty soup.
Ingredients:
- 10 red chilies
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 10 garlic pods
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- Small lemon-sized tamarind
- Fresh curry leaves
- Fresh coriander
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon urad dal
- 3 dry red chilies
Instructions:
Process to make the rasam powder:
To make the rasam powder, put the red chilies, cumin, black pepper, garlic pods, and coriander seeds into a blender and make it into a coarse powder. Your aromatic and tasty rasam powder is now ready.
Instructions for making the rasam:
- Heat a deep vessel and add 3 cups of water.
- Add the tamarind, salt, turmeric, rasam powder, 4 crushed garlic pods, and a few fresh curry leaves and coriander.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then take it off the stove.
- Let the mixture sit for a few minutes and then strain it.
Instructions for seasoning:
- In a kadai, add 2 tablespoons of oil and let it heat up.
- Once the oil is hot, add in 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds, 1/2 teaspoon of urad dal, and 3 dry red chilies.
- Fry the mixture slightly, and then add in 5 crushed garlic pods and a few fresh curry leaves.
- Pour in the strained rasam and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander.
Now, your delicious and flavorful miriyala charu or pepper rasam is ready to serve! You can enjoy it with hot rice and your favorite curry, or simply pour it into a cup and savor the warmth and spice on its own. This soup is sure to become a staple in your household, just like it has in mine.
Warm Up with This Easy and Tasty Pepper Rasam Recipe
Ingredients
To make the Rasam powder:
- 1 Tbsp Black pepper
- 10 Red Chilies
- 1 Tbsp Cumin
- 1 Tbsp Coriander Seeds
- 10 Garlic Pods
To make the Rasam:
- Tamarind – small lemon size
- 3 Cups Water
- 1/4 Tsp Turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Curry leaves
- Fresh coriander
For Seasoning/Poppu/Tadka:
- 1/2 Tsp Mustard seeds
- 1/2 Tsp Urad dal
- 3 Dry red chilies
- 5 Garlic pods crushed
- 2 Tbsp Oil
- Fresh curry leaves
- Fresh Coriander for garnish
Instructions
Making the Rasam Powder:
- Put all the ingredients into a blender and blend them into a coarse powder.
- Your aromatic and tasty Rasam powder is ready.
Making the Rasam:
- Heat a deep vessel and add 3 cups of water.
- Add tamarind, salt, turmeric, Rasam powder, 4 crushed garlic pods, a few fresh curry leaves and coriander leaves.
- Bring it to a boil and then take it off the stove.
- Let it sit for a few minutes and then strain it.
Seasoning/Poppu/Tadka:
- Take a kadai and add oil.
- Once it heats, add urad dal, mustard seeds, and dry red chilies and fry them slightly.
- Now, add the curry leaves and crushed garlic pods and fry them for a few seconds.
- Pour the strained Rasam into the kadai.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, not only is miriyala charu or pepper rasam a delicious and comforting soup, but it also has a range of health benefits. From boosting your immune system to relieving coughs and colds, this soup is the perfect addition to your diet. So, give it a try and let me know what you think!
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