Best 5 Indian Tomato Pepper Water Recipes

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Indian tomato pepper water, also known as tomato rasam, is a popular South Indian soup that is a staple of many households. It is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a light meal or as a side dish. This tantalizing soup is made with a variety of ingredients, including tomatoes, peppers, tamarind, and spices, which give it a unique flavor and aroma. Tomato rasam is often served with rice, but it can also be enjoyed on its own. With its simple preparation and burst of flavors, Indian tomato pepper water is a must-try for those looking to explore the vibrant cuisine of India.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BELL PEPPER, TOMATO, AND POTATO INDIAN CURRY



Bell Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Indian Curry image

This is an authentic, vegetarian, simple, and colorful main dish served with fluffy basmati rice or chapatis. I'm from India and I completely adore Indian cooking; I hope you like this recipe. A word of caution: it could be a little too hot for some folks...feel free to reduce or even skip the hot ingredients! Enjoy!

Provided by Arpita

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seed
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 green chile pepper, chopped
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1 teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon asafoetida powder
3 small tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 large potato, peeled and diced
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt to taste
¼ cup chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over low heat. Stir mustard seed into hot oil; cook and stir until seeds start to crackle, about 30 seconds. Stir garlic, green chile pepper, curry leaves, cumin seed, and asafoetida powder into mustard seeds; cook and stir until the garlic is fragrant and beginning to turn golden, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir tomatoes into garlic mixture, increase heat to medium, and cook, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes are softened, about 10 minutes. Add water, cumin, cayenne pepper, coriander, and turmeric to tomato mixture; stir.
  • Mix potato, bell pepper, lemon juice, and salt into tomato mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer until potatoes and peppers are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 108 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

INDIAN TOMATO PEPPER WATER



Indian Tomato Pepper Water image

Make and share this Indian Tomato Pepper Water recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ranikabani

Categories     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large tomatoes
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
salt
4 -5 cups water
1/2 cup tamarind juice or 2 teaspoons tamarind paste
1/2 small onion
2 dried red chilies
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
4 -5 curry leaves
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, put chopped tomatoes, pepper, cayenne powder, cumin powder, turmeric, coriander, salt, 4-5 cups water, and 1/2 Celsius tamarind juice extracted by soaking a small ball of tamarind (or you can use 2 teaspoons of tamarind paste).
  • Bring all to a boil and then reduce heat and cook on low 5-6 minutes.
  • In a separate sauce pan, heat the oil.
  • Add mustard seed and let it sputter a bit.
  • Add curry leaves, onion, garlic and red dried chilies.
  • Sauté for a few minutes.
  • Pour cooked pepper water into this and simmer for two minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.1, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 15.5, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 4, Protein 1.6

TOMATO-CELERY-BELL PEPPER WATER



Tomato-Celery-Bell Pepper Water image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 4h10m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Place 1 diced ripe beefsteak tomato (about 10 ounces), 2 roughly-chopped stalks celery and 1 diced small red bell pepper in a pitcher. For still infused water, add 2 quarts of water. For sparkling water, add 1 quart of seltzer during prep and a second quart just before serving. Refrigerate 2 to 4 hours to allow the ingredients to infuse. Stir well and strain, discarding the solids. For serving, add fresh cut-up tomato, celery and bell pepper for garnish and plenty of ice. The infused water will keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.

EASY INDIAN TOMATO SOUP (SAAR)



Easy Indian Tomato Soup (Saar) image

Just the thing for a cold wintry night. Here is a wonderfully easy recipe for traditional Indian tomato soup. It is ready in a jiffy, tastes wonderful, and acts as a lovely side-dish or appetizer. Serve it with a heavy curry/rice combo and some papadams and you are in heaven.

Provided by VAIJAYANTI

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large ripe tomatoes
½ cup water
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 teaspoon mustard seed
6 leaves fresh curry
1 cup water
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
salt to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes and 1/2 cup water in a microwave-safe bowl, and cook on High 4 minutes in the microwave. Reserve the cooking water. Cool tomatoes slightly, peel, and discard skins. Process the tomatoes, reserved water, and garlic in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Melt the ghee in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the mustard seed 1 minute. Stir in the curry leaves. Pour the processed tomatoes and garlic into the skillet. Stir in remaining 1 cup water. Mix in sugar, paprika, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and mix in the cilantro. Continue cooking 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 16.4 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 10.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

CHILI PEPPER WATER



Chili Pepper Water image

This is an Indian dish which is served over rice and has a meat or veg dish to go with it. It is similar to the Indian dish , rasam.

Provided by Ranikabani

Categories     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon garlic, rounded
6 -8 red chilies
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds, ground
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon tamarind pulp
10 dashes black pepper
salt, as needed
6 -8 cups water
fresh coriander
1 -2 curry leaf
1/2 onion, sliced finely lengthwise
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Mix everything (except the onion and the oil),crushing chilies with your hand.
  • Put it on to boil.
  • When it comes to a rolling boil, take it off the stove.
  • In a seperate pan, heat the oil and fry the onion.
  • Add to the pepper water.
  • Let it boil a bit.
  • Then let it rest on the stove till the spices settle to the bottom.
  • Pour out into a servingin dish being careful not to let the settled spices pour out.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 13, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3, Protein 1.6

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your pepper water. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and free of blemishes.
  • Use a variety of peppers: Different peppers will give your pepper water a unique flavor profile. For a milder pepper water, use green bell peppers. For a spicier pepper water, use cayenne or habanero peppers.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices: There are many different ways to flavor your pepper water. Try adding garlic, onion, ginger, cilantro, cumin, or coriander to taste.
  • Let your pepper water cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve your pepper water with a variety of accompaniments: Pepper water is a great addition to any meal. Serve it with rice, roti, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Indian tomato pepper water is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious drink, give tomato pepper water a try.

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