Rasam Powder Recipe, Rasam Spice Recipe

Rasam Powder Spice

Rasam powder is an important spice in south Indian dishes. You can make the spice as given below.

Ingredients for rasam

• Bengal gram dal (urad dal), 1 Tbsp
• Coriander seeds, 1 Tbsp
• Cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp
• Red chili powder, 1 tsp
• Black pepper, 1/4 tsp
• Curry leaves, dried (curry patta), 2-3
• Oil, 1 tsp

Preparation

1. Spray oil in a non-stick frying pan and roast each of the above ingredients till they turn aromatic.
2. Mix all the ingredients and grind into a fine powder using a grinder.
3. Use rasam spice when required.

Tips for Storing & using Spices & Herbs

• Buy and store your spices in whole form, if possible. Grind or powder them in a grinder or mortar & pestle just prior to using because they rapidly lose their freshness and flavour once ground.

• Spices should be stored in airtight containers in a cool dark place. Spices lose their potency due to heat, light, and air.

• As a general rule follow the following guideline for storing the spices: Whole Amchur, Amchoor, Mango powdercorns: 5 years
  Other whole spices: 2 years
  Ground spices: 6 months to 1 year
  Spices kept beyond these times lose their flavor and potency.

• Do not store spices & herbs in refrigerator, humidity will destroy them. You can store them in the freezer in tightly sealed containers.