Whole30 South Indian Rasam
Elevate your Whole30 journey with this flavorful South Indian Rasam, a comforting, tangy, and spicy soup that’s bursting with warm, aromatic spices and authentic flavors. Perfectly balanced with ripe tomatoes, pungent garlic-ginger paste, and earthy turmeric, this recipe features coconut aminos as a Whole30-compliant swap for traditional tamarind, bringing a subtle sweetness to every sip. Tempered mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves, and dried red chilies infuse the soup with bold South Indian flair, while fresh cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly dish is an ideal light starter or satisfying main when paired with veggie sides. Whether you're embracing Whole30 or simply exploring global cuisines, this rasam is your ticket to a wholesome, soul-nourishing meal!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 inch Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoons Mustard seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 small Dried red chilies
- 4 cups Water
- 1 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Directions
Step 1
1. Roughly chop the tomatoes and set them aside. Peel the garlic and ginger, then finely mince them together into a paste.
Step 2
2. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and let them sputter for about 30 seconds.
Step 3
3. Add the cumin seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies to the pot. Sauté for 1 minute, ensuring you don’t burn the spices.
Step 4
4. Stir in the garlic-ginger paste and sauté until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Step 5
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down.
Step 6
6. Pour in the water and mix well. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes.
Step 7
7. Stir in the coconut aminos and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Step 8
8. Remove the rasam from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves.
Step 9
9. Serve warm as a soup or pair with a Whole30-compliant vegetable side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1452.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 304.5 |
| Total Fat 16.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1786.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 35.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.2g | |
| Protein 7.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 211.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1267.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories