Rasam Reimagined: Jire-Mire Saar Recipe By Chef Keertida Phadke

Try Keertida Phadke’s zesty lemon rasam—perfect for rainy days and easing a runny nose with its warm, tangy flavours.

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Nishtha Kawrani

June 24, 2025

Jire-Mire Saar recipe by Keertida Phadke

Jire-Mire Saar recipe by Keertida Phadke

There’s something undeniably magical about the monsoons—the sudden downpours, the scent of wet earth, and that familiar craving for something warm and comforting. From crispy pakoras and buttery corn to steaming soups and hot momos, the season brings with it a host of delicious indulgences. But with the charm of the rains also come the inevitable colds and sniffles.

Enter Jire-Mire Saar, a zesty lemon rasam by Chef Keertida Phadke that’s perfect for rainy days and runny noses. This tangy, peppery rasam is a nourishing twist on monsoon comfort food, made with toor dal, jaggery, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Whether sipped as a pre-dinner soup or paired with rice for a light meal, it’s a wholesome remedy for seasonal blues.

Here’s the recipe of Jire-Mire Saar By Keertida Phadke

Jire-Mire Sar recipe by Keertida Phadke
Jire-Mire Sar recipe by Keertida Phadke
Quick Info
Prep Time 10 min
Cook Time 25 min
Total Time 35 min
Servings 2
Difficulty easy
Ingredients
  • Toor daal - 0.25 cup
  • Water - 2.5 cup
  • Cumin seeds - 0.375 tsp
  • Black pepper - 0.25 tsp
  • Jaggery - 0.5 tsp
  • Ghee - 1.5 tsp
  • A pinch of heeng - 0 g
  • Curry leaves - 0 piece
  • Whole red chili - 1 piece
  • Turmeric powder - 0.125 tsp
  • Salt to taste - 0 g
Instructions
Step-1
Pressure cook toor dall with ¾ cup of water.
Step-2
While the dal is cooking, toast 1/4th tsp cumin seeds and black pepper in a dry pot.
Step-3
When the cumin smells fragrant and turns two shades darker, grind both and set aside.
Step-4
Once the dal cooks, mash it well, then add jaggery and water.
Step-5
In a pot, heat ghee and temper it with cummin seeds, heeng, curry leaves, one whole red chilli(broken in half), and turmeric powder.
Step-6
Add the daal along with salt.
Step-7
Let it come to a rolling boil (about 5 mins)- check the taste- see if you need more pepper/ jaggery/ salt.
Step-8
Add finely chopped coriander leaves.
Step-9
Mix well and turn off the heat.
Step-10
Serve immediately with a generous squeeze of lime.
Recipe
Prep Time 10 min
Cook Time 25 min
Total Time 35 min
Servings 2
Difficulty easy
Ingredients
  • Toor daal - 0.25 cup
  • Water - 2.5 cup
  • Cumin seeds - 0.375 tsp
  • Black pepper - 0.25 tsp
  • Jaggery - 0.5 tsp
  • Ghee - 1.5 tsp
  • A pinch of heeng - 0 g
  • Curry leaves - 0 piece
  • Whole red chili - 1 piece
  • Turmeric powder - 0.125 tsp
  • Salt to taste - 0 g
Instructions
Step-1
Pressure cook toor dall with ¾ cup of water.
Step-2
While the dal is cooking, toast 1/4th tsp cumin seeds and black pepper in a dry pot.
Step-3
When the cumin smells fragrant and turns two shades darker, grind both and set aside.
Step-4
Once the dal cooks, mash it well, then add jaggery and water.
Step-5
In a pot, heat ghee and temper it with cummin seeds, heeng, curry leaves, one whole red chilli(broken in half), and turmeric powder.
Step-6
Add the daal along with salt.
Step-7
Let it come to a rolling boil (about 5 mins)- check the taste- see if you need more pepper/ jaggery/ salt.
Step-8
Add finely chopped coriander leaves.
Step-9
Mix well and turn off the heat.
Step-10
Serve immediately with a generous squeeze of lime.
Note:
  • Double the ingredients when cooking for more people to ensure everyone gets a fluffy stack.
  • Swap out eggs for mashed bananas, yogurt, or flaxseed mix if you're vegetarian or allergic to eggs.
  • Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for extra soft and airy pancakes.
  • Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to get fluffier pancakes.
  • Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning while ensuring even cooking.
  • Add vanilla extract or cinnamon for an extra touch of flavor.
  • Top with fresh fruits, nuts, or honey for a delicious and healthy twist.
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