Huma’s South Indian Rasam with mixed vegetables

Huma’s South Indian Rasam with mixed vegetables ✨💕👩‍🍳 A super comforting, light, and savory vegetable curry with a symphony of southern Indian authentic spices that will sure make your senses dance with pleasure … so delicious !! 😋 ### South Indian Rasam with Mixed Vegetables Recipe.

Ingredients:-

1. Mixed Vegetables: 2 cups (carrots, beans, lauki, tinda, parwal)
2. Onion: 1 medium, chopped
3. Tomatoes: 2 medium, chopped
4. Drumsticks: 2-3, cut into 2-inch pieces
5. Tamarind Pulp: 1/4 cup (adjust to taste)
6. Water: 4 cups
7. Rasam Powder: 2 tablespoon (store-bought or homemade). I used Brahmins Rasam masala. ✨
8. Salt: to taste
9. Fresh Coriander Leaves: for garnish
For the Tadka:

11. Mustard Seeds: 1 teaspoon
12. Cumin Seeds (Jeera): 1 teaspoon
13. Curry Leaves: a few
14. Dried Red Chilies: 1-2 (optional)















Instructions:-
1. Prepare Tamarind Water: If using a tamarind block, soak a small lemon-sized piece in warm water for 10-15 minutes, then squeeze and strain to get the pulp. If using store-bought pulp, skip this step.
2. Cook Vegetables: In a large pot, add the mixed vegetables, drumsticks, and chopped onions. Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cook until the vegetables are tender (about 10-15 minutes).
3. Add Tomatoes and Spices: Once the vegetables are cooked, add the chopped tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft. Stir in the tamarind pulp, rasam powder, and salt. Mix well and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes. Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.
4. Prepare Tadka: In a small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies (if using). Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
5. Combine Tadka with Rasam: Pour the hot tadka over the simmering rasam. Stir well and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with plain white rice.
Enjoy your delicious South Indian Rasam on a lazy cozy weekend afternoon or everyday lunch ✨ Serve with plain white rice and ginger achaar!