Instrucciones

• 1 - Prepare Tamarind:
  Soak tamarind paste in warm water for 10 minutes, then strain to get tamarind juice.
• 2 - Cook Tomatoes:
  In a pot, add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Add turmeric and salt.
• 3 - Add Spices:
  Add cumin and black pepper, stirring well. Mix in tamarind juice and water.
• 4 - Simmer:
  Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes. Adjust salt and spice levels.
• 5 - Tempering:
  In a small frying pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, pour over the rasam.
• 6 - Serve:
  Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or as a soup.