Andhra Tomato Rasam

How about a spicy and tangy Andhra Rasam ?  This Rasam was learnt from here. Lets move on to the recipe, without wasting much time.


                                                          Ingredients
                                              Fresh Grated Coconut 2tbsp
                                              Peppercorns 1tsp
                                             Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
                                             Red Chilly 2-3
                                          Garlic cloves 6
                                       Tomato 2(Medium)
                                         Green Chilly 1
                                   Tamarind Juice 2 cups

                                                For tempering
                     1/2tsp each Mustard, Cumin seeds and Hing
                         Few Curry Leaves
                         Ghee 1 tsp


                                            Method
Grind all ingredients to fine powder except tomato, green chilly and the tempering items.
Heat ghee in pan add mustard,cumin seeds, hing and curry leaves, once all this is done, add the chopped tomatoes and slit green chilly and fry until tomato becomes mushy.
At this stage mix the tamarind juice with the prepared Rasam powder and add to the pan.
Bring it to boil. Garnish with coriander leaves.

Variations
You can temper with oil also, but ghee gives a nice aroma.
Adjust the red chilly according to your taste.