Chicken Soup Rasam, a delightful dish from Tamilnadu, is renowned for its delicious taste and comforting qualities. Often served as a starter or paired with steamed rice, it's considered an ideal remedy for colds and coughs, and a perfect comfort food for any meal.
Start by heating oil in a pan over medium flame. Toss in bay leaves, cardamom, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and urad dal for a fragrant mix.
Next, add small onions and green chili. Sauté them until the onions are soft and translucent.
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and continue cooking until its raw aroma disappears.
Add in the tomatoes and cook until they break down and get mushy.
Now, it's time for the spices - add turmeric, chili, coriander, garam masala powder, and a pinch of salt, blending everything well.
Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well-coated with the spices.
Cover the pan and let the chicken simmer for about 5 minutes.
Remove the lid, pour in water, and let it come to a boil. Cover again and cook for another 10 minutes.
Towards the end, sprinkle in cumin and pepper powder, along with crushed garlic, for that final flavor boost.
Finish off by garnishing with fresh coriander leaves and then turn off the stove. Your Chicken Soup Rasam is ready to serve!
To Serve
Enjoy this aromatic Chicken Soup hot, enjoying it as a soul-warming drink on its own or paired with fluffy white rice for a comforting meal.