Meen Saaru (Fish Rasam) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 2.Add chopped onions, garlic, and green chilies. Saute until onions turn translucent.
• STEP 3.Add chopped tomatoes, tamarind pulp, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 4.Add water and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the fish pieces and simmer until cooked.
• STEP 5.In a separate pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and red chilies for tempering.
• STEP 6.Pour the tempering over the fish rasam and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
• STEP 7.Serve hot with steamed rice or as a soup on its own.

Cooking Tips

• Use any firm white fish for this recipe.
• Adjust the spiciness and tanginess of the rasam according to your taste.
• You can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) for extra flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover fish rasam in the refrigerator.
• Reheat in a pan before serving.
• Serve hot with steamed rice or as a soup on its own.