Rasam, is a classic Indian Soup. Is spicy, tangy and full of flavors. Best served soup as an appertizer and also can be paired with white rice. There are many Rasam recipes available, but most it shares similar basic ingredients such black pepper, cumin, fennel, turmeric powder, coriander seed, tamarind juice, garlic, curry leaves and asafoetida powder. Health benefit of Rasam : good for digestion, relieving cold, less calories, good for weight loss and consists of lots of vitamin and minerals.