Kolam by Sudha Balaji

Rasa podi - traditional method of mine Usually I prepare fresh rasam powder for festivals like Navratri , Varalakshmi Vratham  Rasam powder can be prepared in many ways.  How I prepare following the traditional method of our family .  With the use of curry leaves, cumin seeds , pepper etc. we are assured of the benefits of these spices. Dhania - 1 measure Red chillies - 1 measure  Pepper - 1/4 measure Cumin seeds 1/8 measure Gram dhal - 1 table spoon Toor dhal - 1 table spoon Asafoetida - one pinch Curry leaves - few. All the ingredients should be dry roasted separately .  Red chillies are roasted with little oil.  After dry roasting transfer them to a plate or vessel.  Allow the mixture to cool and then dry grind in a mixer. Rasa podi is ready.   Store in an air tight container. Another simpler method of preparing rasam powder is shown below Rasam powder or rasa podi Rasam podi can be prepared in many methods ...