Rasam

Rasam derives from the Sanskrit word “rasa,” meaning essence. This classic South Indian broth, also known as sāru or chāru, extracts the essence of the spices and other ingredients into a tangy broth that is delicious with basmati rice or simply sipped and savored on its own. It can be made from a wide variety of ingredients, and I’ve used the classic flavors of black pepper, tomato, and tamarind here. Tamarind concentrate, available in small jars at Indian grocers, can vary in tartness, so