South Indian Sip, Slurp, Repeat — Rasam Shots For Rainy Day Cravings
Sip on this monsoon must-try! Spicy Rasam Shots are tangy, peppery, and comforting. It's a perfect immunity-boosting drink for rainy days, with easy steps and warming flavours.

As the rainy season arrives, the clouds gather and the scent of wet earth fills the air. During this time, your cravings shift toward something hot, spicy, and soul-warming. That is where Spicy Rasam Shots step in. It is a comforting fusion of traditional South Indian rasam that is served in a fun and modern avatar. This is a bold, tangy, and peppery drink that is not only delicious, but also a natural remedy that helps in boosting immunity. This delicious and nourishing recipe also helps in improving digestion and chase away that stubborn seasonal cold.
Rasam has always held a revered place in South Indian kitchens. It is really light on the stomach yet fiery enough to awaken your senses. What makes this recipe special is how it is reimagined. Spicy Rasam Shots are served as small and steaming shots in tiny glasses, that makes it perfect for sipping at a gathering, warming up post-rain, or as a pre-meal appetiser. Think of it as India's answer to wellness shot, that is fully packed with anti-inflammatory spices and aromatic spices.
This refreshing and soul-warming drink is not only about the taste, it is an experience in itself. As you sip the hot rasam, feel the burst of tamarind, the punch of black pepper, and the aroma of garlic and curry leaves. Each shot of this recipe feels like a warm hug. It is designed for cosy evenings, small gatherings, or just a self-care on a rainy day.
Ideal for the monsoon season, these Spicy Rasam Shots come together quickly with ingredients you already have at home. What is the twist? It is just served in shot glasses with an optional tempering that elevates the flavours to another level. Whether you are a spice lover, a wellness enthusiast, or simply craving comfort, these rasam shots deliver health and taste in equal measure.
Ready to try this rainy season’s trendiest drink? Here's how to make your very own Spicy Rasam Shots at home!
Ingredients
- 1 Piece Tamarind (small)
- 2 Cup Water
- 1 Piece Tomato
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 4 Piece Garlic Cloves
- 0.5 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 Pinch Hing
- 1 Teaspoon Ghee
- 0.5 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 Piece Dried Red Chilli
- Curry Leaves
- Coriander Leaves
- Salt
Cooking Instructions
Soak the tamarind in warm water and squeeze out the pulp. Strain and keep the extract ready.
Crush the pepper, cumin, and garlic together. Mix it with chopped tomato and tamarind extract in a saucepan.
Pour in some water, turmeric, hing, curry leaves, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Let it boil until the raw tamarind smell disappears and the rasam becomes aromatic.
Take a small saucepan, heat ghee in it. Add in mustard seeds, red chilli, and curry leaves. Let all the ingredients splutter.
Pour the tempering over rasam. Give it a stir and garnish it with chopped coriander.
Pour rasam into shot glasses and serve it steaming hot.
Summary
Sip, Slurp, Repeat — Rasam Shots For Rainy Day Cravings
Sip on this monsoon must-try! Spicy Rasam Shots are tangy, peppery, and comforting. It's a perfect immunity-boosting drink for rainy days, with easy steps and warming flavours.
Ingredients
- 1 Piece Tamarind (small)
- 2 Cup Water
- 1 Piece Tomato
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 4 Piece Garlic Cloves
- 0.5 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 Pinch Hing
- 1 Teaspoon Ghee
- 0.5 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 Piece Dried Red Chilli
- Curry Leaves
- Coriander Leaves
- Salt
Main Procedure
Soak the tamarind in warm water and squeeze out the pulp. Strain and keep the extract ready.
Crush the pepper, cumin, and garlic together. Mix it with chopped tomato and tamarind extract in a saucepan.
Pour in some water, turmeric, hing, curry leaves, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Let it boil until the raw tamarind smell disappears and the rasam becomes aromatic.
Take a small saucepan, heat ghee in it. Add in mustard seeds, red chilli, and curry leaves. Let all the ingredients splutter.
Pour the tempering over rasam. Give it a stir and garnish it with chopped coriander.
Pour rasam into shot glasses and serve it steaming hot.






















