Kollu rasam/ Horse Gram Rasam/ Ulavalu Char

Kollu Rasam, home made style of steaming rasam made from horse gram or ulavalu. Ulavacharu available in restaurants is made completelu from Horse gram that has a strong flavor. This rasam is something that you can try and enjoy with rice or just as a soup on a cold evening.  

 

Kollu (horse gram) rasam 

Ingredients (serves 2-3 persons)

Boiled kollu – 1 tablespoon
Tamarind paste – 2-3 tablespoon
Vellam (jaggery) – optional
Tomato - 1
Coconut – 1 tablespoon
Sambar powder – 2 to 3 tablespoon (optional)
Curry leaves
Salt - to taste

Seasoning 

Cooking Oil - 1 teaspoon
Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
Jeera - 1 teaspoon
Asafoetida - one pinch
Curry leaves - few

Preparation 

Grind boiled kollu, grated coconut, sambar powder, few curry leaves with little salt and keep aside.

Method 

In a pan add some water, tamarind paste, chopped tomato pieces, jaggery along with some salt and cook for few minutes until the tomato becomes soft.
Then add the ground paste, water (if required) and allow to boil.
In a pan heat some oil and add the ingredients mentioned for seasoning and add with rasam.
Serve it with hot rice. 

Health Benifits 
Kollu helps to reduce weight and gives strength to the body.
Gives a refreshing feeling at times of cold and fever.

Tips

Kollu puttu is a good side dish for this - The method of preparation is available separately.