๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅฃ Pineapple Rasam

Bright, sweet, tangy, soothing, and gently uplifting

Spice Level: ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Mild

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Serves: 4โ€“6
Calories (approx): 130โ€“150 per serving

๐Ÿฅ„ Sacred Spoons & Simmered Memories

๐ŸŒฟ Introduction

Pineapple Rasam is a lesser-known but deeply beloved South Indian specialty โ€” often prepared
in temple kitchens and festive homes.
This rasam balances natural sweetness, gentle tang, and peppery warmth, creating a broth
that feels light yet comforting.

Unlike sharp rasams, pineapple rasam is soft-spoken and aromatic, making it ideal for digestion,
post-festival meals, or days when the body craves calm.

โ€œSome rasams surprise you โ€” softly, sweetly, and at just the right moment.โ€

Pineapple Rasam

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๐Ÿ“ Ingredients

Masala Base

  • Pineapple โ€“ 1 cup, finely chopped

  • Tomato โ€“ 1 small, chopped

  • Tamarind paste โ€“ ยฝ tsp

  • Turmeric powder โ€“ ยผ tsp

  • Water โ€“ 3 cups

  • Salt โ€“ to taste

To Grind Coarse

  • Black peppercorns โ€“ ยพ tsp

  • Cumin seeds โ€“ 1 tsp

  • Coriander seeds โ€“ 1 tsp

  • Green chilli โ€“ ยฝ, optional

For Tempering

  • Ghee โ€“ 1 tbsp

  • Mustard seeds โ€“ ยฝ tsp

  • Curry leaves โ€“ 8โ€“10

  • Asafoetida (hing) โ€“ a pinch

Finishing

  • Fresh coriander โ€“ 1โ€“2 tsp, finely chopped

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Instructions

  • Cook Pineapple Base
    Simmer pineapple, tomato, tamarind paste, turmeric, salt, and water for     10 minutes until aromatic.

  • Grind Spices
    Coarsely grind pepper, cumin, coriander seeds, and green chilli.

  • Simmer Rasam
    Add ground spices to the pot. Let the rasam gently foam โ€”     do not boil hard.

  • Tempering Magic
    Heat ghee, splutter mustard seeds, add curry leaves and hing. Pour over rasam and cover.

  • Finish & Serve
    Garnish with coriander and serve warm.

๐Ÿท Optional Serving Notes

Pairs beautifully with plain rice and ghee

๐Ÿ’ฌ Soulful Note

Pineapple rasam reminds us that tradition isnโ€™t always fiery โ€” sometimes itโ€™s sweet, subtle, and quietly joyful.

๐Ÿ“š Cookโ€™s Wisdom / FAQs

Cook's Wisdom

Tip: Temple-style tip: Keep spices gentle and aroma-forward.

  • Too sweet? Add extra pepper or a splash of tamarind water.

  • Too tangy? Balance with a pinch of jaggery (optional).

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving โ€” Approx.)

  • Calories 140

  • Carbs 28g

  • Fat 4g

  • Fiber 3g

๐Ÿƒ๐ŸŒถ๐Ÿƒ The Bottom Line

A softly spiced rasam that comforts without overwhelming โ€” festive, fragrant, and quietly nourishing.

๐Ÿงก Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

Maya Shetty โ€“ Stirred By Spice Author Photo

Hi, Iโ€™m Maya Shetty โ€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

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

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