Instant pot rasam | Instant pot recipes | how to make Rasam in Instant pot

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity while being more accessible.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin provides a different flavor profile while being economical.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper offers a similar heat with a milder flavor.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Bay leaves can substitute in flavor, though not identical.

Prepare tamarind by soaking it in warm water until soft, then extract the juice.

Chop tomatoes and set aside.

Using the Instant Pot, add mustard seeds and curry leaves; sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

Pour in the tamarind juice and water; set the Instant Pot to pressure cook.

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

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