🌿πŸ”₯πŸ₯£ Jeera Rasam

(Cumin Comfort & Digestion Soother)

A gentle, warming rasam steeped in roasted cumin, pepper, garlic, and tamarind β€” a soothing bowl that heals from within.

Spice Level: 🌢️ Mild

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Serves: 3–4
Calories (approx): ~65 kcal per serving

πŸ₯„ Sacred Spoons & Simmered Memories

🌿 Introduction

Jeera Rasam is the quiet healer of South Indian kitchens β€” simple, fragrant, and deeply restorative.
Roasted cumin and crushed pepper bloom in ghee, releasing an aroma that feels like medicine and memory intertwined.

β€œA bowl of warmth where cumin whispers, pepper comforts, and the spirit feels held.”

Jeera Rasam

(Cumin Comfort & Digestion Soother)

Photo by Stirred By Spice

πŸ“ Ingredients

For Rasam Base

  • Cumin seeds – 2 tsp

  • Black peppercorns – Β½ tsp

  • Garlic cloves – 3–4

  • Tomato – 1 medium, chopped

  • Tamarind paste – 1 tsp

  • Turmeric powder – ΒΌ tsp

  • Salt – to taste

  • Water – 3 cups

For Tempering

  • Ghee – 1 tbsp

  • Mustard seeds – Β½ tsp

  • Dry red chilli – 1, broken

  • Curry leaves – 8–10

  • Asafoetida (hing) – a pinch

Finishing

  • Fresh coriander – 1–2 tsp, finely chopped

🍽️ Instructions

  • Roast & Crush – Lightly roast cumin + pepper; crush coarsely with garlic.

  • Simmer Base – Add tamarind water, tomatoes (optional), turmeric, and salt; simmer till fragrant.

  • Add Masala – Stir in the crushed cumin–pepper mixture.

  • Temper – Heat ghee, add mustard seeds, hing, chilli, and curry leaves; pour over rasam.

  • Finish – Add fresh coriander and serve hot.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Perfect alongside hot rice, soothing kashayam, or a simple winter thali.

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

This rasam carries the quiet strength of grandmothers β€” subtle, steady, and unfailingly comforting.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

Cook's Wisdom

Tip: Avoid boiling for too long after adding tamarind water,

  • Why roast cumin?
    Roasting deepens aroma and enhances digestion benefits.

  • Too strong?
    Add a splash of hot water to soften flavors.

  • Can I skip tomatoes?
    Yes β€” tomato-free jeera rasam is classic Ayurvedic style.

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 65

  • Protein 1g

  • Carbs 8g

  • Fat 3g

  • Fiber 1g

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

A soothing, digestion-friendly rasam β€” warm, aromatic, and perfect for winter healing.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

Maya Shetty – Stirred By Spice Author Photo

Hi, I’m Maya Shetty β€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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