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    Home » Rasam Recipes » Raw Mango Rasam

    Raw Mango Rasam

    Posted on July 11, 2024 · Last Updated on February 13, 2025 · By Srividhya G · 2 Comments

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    Raw mango rasam is a tangy and flavorful South Indian lentil-based soup made with raw mangoes. It’s a delicious dish that combines the sourness of mangoes with the aromatic flavors of traditional rasam spices. Here’s a recipe for making raw mango rasam with detailed step-wise pictures and video.

    south indian rasam with raw mangoes served in eeya sombu

    As I mentioned in my previous rasam recipes, rasam is a South Indian soup with or without lentils. We usually make paruppu rasam, which is made with lentils and rasam powder. You can make a similar one with freshly ground spices, which we call arachuvitta rasam or Mysore rasam. You can also make instant Kerala-style rasam with ground chili and coriander, and yeah, let’s not forget the soothing and comforting jeera milagu rasam/cumin pepper rasam. Yes, there are so many varieties, and here is another rasam variety for you all to try – manga rasam, as we say in Tamil, and mavinakayi saru, as we say in Kannada.

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    • What’s so special about raw mango rasam
    • Ingredients required
    • Eeya sombu
    • Watch me make raw mango rasam in eeya sombu
    • Dietary specifications
    • VVK tips
    • What to serve it with-
    • How to make raw mango rasam
    • Recipe notes
    • More raw mango recipes
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    What’s so special about raw mango rasam

    This rasam is very similar to paruppu rasam, but there is one major difference. Instead of tamarind, we use raw mango for the sour and tangy flavor. I don’t use tomatoes for this rasam either, as I want the mango flavors to shine. I pressure cook one half of the mango and use the other half directly in the rasam to get a bite of that raw mango.

    Ingredients required

    Raw mango: I used 150 grams of small raw mango for this recipe. I got the variety that we get in the US Indian groceries. I recommend using a sour/tangy variety rather than a sweet one. But if your raw mango is not sour enough, add a small piece of tamarind or a small tomato.

    Toor dal: For paruppu rasam, we always use toor dal, but you can try moong dal or masoor dal. There will be slight taste changes, but you can experiment with any of these dals.

    Rasam powder: To spice up the rasam, we need the spice mix called rasam powder. I used my homemade rasam powder, but if you want store-bought ones, I recommend Grand Sweets brand rasam powder or 777 rasam powder. (not sponsored)

    Salt and ground pepper: The rasam powder does have pepper in it, but I always add freshly ground pepper to this mango rasam for added flavor. That’s optional. And, of course, we need salt to taste.

    Jaggery: A tad bit of sweetness helps to balance the flavor. But that’s optional.

    Curry leaves and cilantro: The two popular herbs we need for rasam are curry leaves and cilantro, which I have used for this rasam. I wouldn’t recommend Mint, as it overpowers everything. If you are interested, you can check my mint rasam recipe.

    Water: This rasam measure requires 4.5 to 5 cups of water. Adjust to your consistency preference. But for sure you need four cups.

    To temper: We need ghee, mustard, and cumin seeds to temper the rasam.

    For the exact measurements, check the recipe card.

    mavinikayi saaru served in brass vessel with rasam on eeya sombu on the side

    Eeya sombu

    The special vessel that imparts a unique flavor to rasam is the Eeya Sombu or Tin Alloy Vessel. In Tamil, it is referred to as Velli Eeyam. This vessel is a blend of tin and aluminium.

    There is often confusion about eeyam being mistaken for lead, a poisonous substance. However, the eeya sombu is made from a tin alloy. Tin melts at 250 degrees Fahrenheit and requires caution when simmering liquids in the vessel over low heat. It should never be heated empty. Furthermore, using vessel tongs (kidiki) on the eeyam sombu is not recommended; I prefer to handle it with a cloth when transferring it from the stove.

    For those interested, please refer to the video below for additional information and a demonstration of how I prepare rasam using the eeya sombu. While the eeyam sombu enhances the flavor of rasam, it is not essential, and rasam can still be made in a stainless steel pot or an Instant Pot.

    Watch me make raw mango rasam in eeya sombu

    Dietary specifications

    This raw mango rasam is naturally nut-free, but for a vegan option, temper it with neutral oil and use gluten-free asafetida for a gluten-free version.

    close up shot of mango rasam served in eeya sombu

    VVK tips

    • Rasam should be simmered until it becomes frothy. Boiling before adding the dal helps remove the raw smell of rasam podi. However, once the dal is added, it’s crucial not to let it boil further to preserve the flavors.
    • After tempering, adding fresh cilantro and covering the rasam vessel allows the flavors to steep in.
    • Adding a small piece of jaggery helps to balance the flavors.

    What to serve it with-

    While you can enjoy this rasam as a soup, we love it with hot steamed rice with gravy or dry curry. My personal favorites with this rasam are,

    1. Brinjal curry
    2. Potato curry
    3. Peerkangai kootu
    4. Cabbage kootu

    You can also serve this papad or fryums.

    How to make raw mango rasam

    Cook the dal and half of the mango

    • Rinse the ¼ cup of toor dal and add 1 cup of water and ⅛ tsp of turmeric powder and gingelly oil in a vessel.
    rinsed toor dal
    • Clean the mango and deseed the mango. Chop one half roughly, add it to a vessel, and add ½ cup of water.
    chopped raw mango
    • I used my pressure cooker separators to cook the dal and mango separately. You can use any two vessels of your choice.
    pressure cooking with separators
    • The pressure cook for three whistles and release the pressure naturally. Let the dal and mango cool.

    Prepare the rasam base and boil

    • Chop the other half of the mango into small pieces and take ¼ cup.
    chopped mango
    • Add the chopped mango, rasam powder, curry leaves, asafoetida, salt, and two cups of water to the vessel you prepare. Mix well with your hand, and bring this mix to a boil.
    prepare the rasam base

    Mash the dal and mango

    • By now, the dal and mango will be cool. Slowly remove the flesh from the cooked mango and add it to the toor dal. Discard the skin.
    preparing the mashed mango
    • Mash the toor dal and the mango flesh thoroughly. Don’t discard the water used for cooking the mango. Add that to the dal mix.
    mashed mango and dal mix

    Simmer the rasam

    • Once the rasam comes to a boil, add the toor dal, jaggery, and freshly ground pepper .
    adding the dal, jaggery and pepper
    • Add one tbsp of cilantro, reduce the heat to low and gently simmer the rasam.
    adding the cilantro and bringing it simmer
    • When it becomes frothy on top, turn off the heat.
    simmered rasam with tempering on top

    Add the tempering

    • Heat a tsp of ghee and temper mustard and cumin seeds in a separate tempering pan. As the mustard seeds start to splutter, add them to the rasam.
    tempering the rasam
    • Add the remaining cilantro, cover the rasam, and let the flavors steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Then enjoy the rasam warm with rice or as a soup.
    rasam becoming frothy

    Recipe notes

    • I always add a small amount of gingelly oil when cooking dal. It helps the dal to cook mushy.
    • With my current toor dal batch, I had to cook the dal and mango separately so that they would all be mushy. You can cook them together if your dal cooks nicely and softly without issues.
    • You can use grated mangoes instead of chopped ones.
    • Adjust the salt and spice to taste. The ground pepper and jaggery are optional.
    mango rasam served copperware bucket

    More raw mango recipes

    As much as I love ripe mangoes, I love raw mangoes too. Here are my top 4 favorite raw mango recipes I always make during the raw mango season. What’s your favorite? Do let me know in the comments.

    • Pacha Manga Chammanthi | Raw Mango Chutney
    • overhead shot of raw mango kuzhambu with spoon inside
      Instant Pot Raw Mango Lentils Curry | Pacha Manga Kuzhambu
    • Instant Aam ka Chunda
      Instant Aam Chunda | Sweet and Spicy Raw Mango Pickle
    • Instant Mango Pickle

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    square image of manga rasam directly from eeya sombu
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    Raw Mango Rasam

    Raw mango rasam is a tangy and flavorful South Indian lentil-based soup made with raw mangoes. It’s a delicious dish that combines the sourness of mangoes with the aromatic flavors of traditional rasam spices.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time45 minutes mins
    Total Time55 minutes mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: South Indian, TamilNadu
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 42kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup = 240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;

    To pressure cook-

    • ¼ cup toor dal
    • 1 cup water
    • ⅛ tsp turmeric powder
    • ⅛ tsp gingelly oil
    • 150 grams raw mango divided
    • ½ cup water

    For the rasam base

    • 2 tbsps rasam powder
    • ⅛ tsp asafoetida
    • 2 tsp salt
    • 5 to 6 curry leaves
    • 2 cups water
    • ¼ tsp jaggery
    • ½ tsp black pepper
    • 2 tbsp cilantro divided

    To Temper

    • 1 tsp ghee
    • ¼ mustard seeds
    • ½ tsp cumin seeds

    Instructions

    • Rinse the ¼ cup of toor dal and add 1 cup of water and ⅛ tsp of turmeric powder and gingelly oil in a vessel.
    • Clean the mango and deseed the mango. Chop one half roughly, add it to a vessel, and add ½ cup of water.
    • I used my pressure cooker separators to cook the dal and mango separately. You can use any two vessels of your choice.
    • The pressure cook for three whistles and release the pressure naturally. Let the dal and mango cool.
    • Chop the other half of the mango into small pieces and take ¼ cup.
    • Add the chopped mango, rasam powder, curry leaves, asafoetida, salt, and two cups of water to the vessel you prepare. Mix well with your hand, and bring this mix to a boil.
    • By now, the dal and mango will be cool. Slowly remove the flesh from the cooked mango and add it to the toor dal. Discard the skin.
    • Mash the toor dal and the mango flesh thoroughly. Don’t discard the water used for cooking the mango. Add that to the dal mix.
    • Once the rasam comes to a boil, add the toor dal, jaggery, and freshly ground pepper.
    • Reduce the heat to low and gently simmer the rasam.
    • When it becomes frothy on top, turn off the heat.
    • Heat a tsp of ghee and temper mustard and cumin seeds in a separate tempering pan. As the mustard seeds start to splutter, add them to the rasam. Add the remaining cilantro, cover the rasam, and let the flavors steep for 5 to 10 minutes.
    • Then enjoy the rasam warm with rice or as a soup.

    Video

    Notes

    • I always add a small amount of gingelly oil when cooking dal. It helps the dal to cook mushy.
    • With my current toor dal batch, I had to cook the dal and mango separately so that they would all be mushy. You can cook them together if your dal cooks nicely and softly without issues.
    • You can use grated mangoes instead of chopped ones.
    • Adjust the salt and spice to taste. The ground pepper and jaggery are optional.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 827mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1.105IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    1. Supriya says

      January 19, 2025 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful recipe Vidhya !! Made this today and it was perfect for the cold winter day. All the flavors were so well balanced , spicy ,tangy and little sweet ..made our tastebuds happy .

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      • Srividhya G says

        January 20, 2025 at 12:56 pm

        Thanks so much Supriya.

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