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Rasam served in rich spicy broth with gooseberries and fresh cilantro leaves
Indian Rasam soup, fresh gooseberry and cilantro leaves

Amla Rasam (Indian Gooseberry Soup)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Soups
This Rasam variation is built around Indian Gooseberry, known as Amla (Amalaki), one of Ayurveda's most prized fruits, packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants. While the tamarind version is classically sour, Amla adds a more astringent, complex acidity to the soup. A true immunity cocktail, highly recommended in winter but refreshing in summer too.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 90 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Blender for gooseberry pulp
  • Strainer
  • Pot

Instructions

1 ✓

Cut the gooseberries (amla) into pieces, remove seeds, and boil until soft in a little water, or steam them. Once soft, blend into a paste.

Tip: Puréeing helps the tart flavor of the gooseberry fully permeate the soup.
2 ✓

Dry roast the coriander seeds, cumin, and black pepper in a pan for a few seconds until fragrant, then crush coarsely.

Tip: Toasting activates essential oils, resulting in a much more intense flavor.
3 ✓

Heat oil in a pot and pop the mustard seeds. Add the finely chopped onion, crushed garlic, and turmeric. Sauté until translucent.

Tip: Add turmeric to the oil so its color (curcumin) dissolves beautifully.
4 ✓

Pour in the water, add the gooseberry pulp, tamarind, salt, and crushed spices. Bring to a boil.

Tip: If you find it too sour, balance it with a pinch of sugar.
5 ✓

Simmer gently for 5-8 minutes. If it froths on top, that's a good sign. Finally, stir in the fresh cilantro and serve.

Tip: Rasam is never thick; its consistency is like a broth.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use regular gooseberries?
Yes! Although Indian Amla is larger and more astringent, local gooseberries work great too. Adjust acidity by tasting.
Why strain it?
The essence of Rasam is to be thin and clear (like a broth), not a cloudy stew. We remove fibers so only the flavor remains.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Tamarind Paste
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Black Peppercorns
  • 1 tsp Black Mustard Seeds
  • 1 tsp Coriander Seeds
  • 4 oz Indian Gooseberries (Amla), pitted
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 db Small Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1/8 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt