My husband picked up Dried Goji Berries and I was thinking of what to make with them. They have a sweet and tart taste to it. So I thought why not try making Saaru or Rasam with it. And we loved it!!

What you’ll need:

• Toor Dal – 1/2 cup
• Dried Goji Berries – 2 tbsp
• Cilantro – a few sprigs

Saaru/Rasam Paste Ingredients:

• Black Pepper – 1 tsp
• Red Chili Pepper – 2
• Cloves – 1/4 tsp
• Cinnamon Stick – 1 inch bit
• Coriander Seeds – 1 tsp
• Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
• Methi Seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Salt to taste

Note: Rasam Powder can be used as well. Just add the pureed Goji Berries in that case.

Method:

1. Soak the Goji Berries for about 1/2 hour. In the meantime, cook the Toor dal until mushy.

2. Dry roast very lightly the Rasam Paste ingredients. Grind to a smooth paste along with the soaked Goji Berries.

3. Add the Saaru/Rasam and Goji Berry paste to the Toor dal, add about a cup of water and boil on medium low for about 5 to 7 minutes. Adjust the Salt.

4.  Add more water as needed to get the Saaru/Rasam consistency and bring to one final boil. Top with chopped Cilantro.

Enjoy with hot steamed rice with ghee or drink as soup!!

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