IHP Rasam Powder, 100 Grams

IHP Rasam Powder (100 g): Peppery, Soul-Warming South Indian Rasam at Home
IHP Rasam Powder is a peppery spice blend for rasam, the thin, tangy tamarind and tomato broth that closes nearly every South Indian meal. A spoonful in boiling tomato water fills the kitchen with the aroma of black pepper, cumin and coriander. South Asian families in the USA who want a comforting bowl on a cold evening can find this 100 gram pack at SubziCart.com, an Indian grocery store in the USA.


Product Features
• Rasam powder with a pepper and cumin forward profile
• 100 gram pack, ideal for regular home cooking
• Suits tomato rasam, lemon rasam, pepper rasam and dal rasam
• Blooms quickly in hot liquid for fast flavor
• Easy way to keep a South Indian staple on the weekly menu


Nutritional Information
Rasam powders are typically made with coriander seeds, black pepper, cumin, dried red chilies, toor dal and curry leaves, with recipes varying by brand. Since only a teaspoon or two is used per pot, the powder adds flavor more than nutrients. Look at the Nutrition Facts panel on the IHP rasam packet for precise values and allergen notes.


Cooking Suggestions
• Boil tomatoes with tamarind water, salt and a pinch of turmeric, then add 1 to 2 teaspoons of rasam powder
• Stir in thin cooked toor dal water for a heartier dal rasam
• Temper with ghee, mustard seeds, cumin, garlic, curry leaves and hing, then garnish with cilantro
• Take the pot off the heat once it froths; long boiling dulls the aroma
• Serve with hot rice and a spoon of ghee, or sip it from a cup like soup


Frequently Asked Questions
Why should rasam not be boiled for long?
Rasam is best when it just comes to a froth after adding the powder. Extended boiling can make the spices taste flat.
What is the difference between rasam and sambar powder?
Rasam powder is lighter and more pepper forward, while sambar powder is heavier on coriander and chilies for a thicker stew.
Can I use it in soups?
Yes, a pinch adds warmth to lentil or tomato soups and even to a pot of vegetable broth.
Keep a pot of rasam on your menu with a pack from SubziCart.com.