We Asked A Maharashtrian Lady For Her Misal Rassa Recipe And It's A Must-Try For Spicy Food Lovers!

What You Need

Cumin seeds, Coriander seeds, Dried red chillies, Garlic cloves, Fresh ginger, Onion, Vegetable oil, Tomatoes, Turmeric powder, Salt, Moth beans (matki), Tamarind pulp, Jaggery, Fresh coriander leaves, Mixed sprouts (for serving), Farsan (savoury snack mix, for topping), Water Credits: Canva

Step 1

Toast cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and dried red chillies in a pan until fragrant. Credits: Canva

Step 2

Grind the toasted spices with garlic, ginger, and onion to form a smooth paste. Credits: Canva

Step 3

Credits: Canva Heat oil in a large pot and fry the spice paste until it turns golden brown.

Step 4

Credits: Canva Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt, then cook until the tomatoes break down.

Step 5

Pour in water and add soaked moth beans, allowing the mixture to simmer until the beans are tender. Credits: Canva

Step 6

Stir in tamarind pulp and jaggery for a balance of sour and sweet flavours. Credits: Canva

Step 7

Serve the spicy rassa (curry) hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves, over a bed of mixed sprouts and topped with crunchy farsan (savoury snack mix). Credits: Canva

The recipe was provided by Anmol Kadam from Mumbai. Credits: Canva