Written by Ujjani Roy Has been updated: April 1, 2024
Everyone has doubts about French press rasam. Not only is it made differently, but will it be served in a martini glass? In fact, it turns out that this figure is already popular among some gourmets. Let’s take a closer look.
There are a lot of eye-catching fusion food trends out there. Some go viral, some reach our kitchens, and others completely polarize the internet. Digital content creator Prabhvisha shared an excerpt of a rasam made in his French press and served in a martini glass. This was too much for foodies on the internet.
“Most Indians eat rasam with rice, but some people eat rasam in stainless steel cups. This is my first time drinking it in a martini glass and this feels different,” the author wrote in the caption. Stated. The clip, which earned him over 57,000 likes in just two days, was shot at his ITC Grand Chola in Chennai and shows a member of the waitstaff using a french press to make clear rasam. The martini was served in his glass. But you may be wondering what French press has to do with rasam. The internet was understandably perplexed and couldn’t contain its surprise.
“Did he just french press the rasam? What’s next? He’s going to latte the sambar,” joked an Instagram follower. Another follower asked, “Rasam is served in a bowl…or is it mixed with rice? What is this?” However, some followers shared that they had already experienced this number at the hotel, revealing what an unforgettable treat this drink is. “I ate this and it was heavenly. Only one problem is that it can be addictive once you eat it,” the foodie wrote.
This drink is actually distilled tomato rasam, a signature dish at Avartana, ITC Grand Chola’s upscale diner that has won several awards. A few days ago, Avartana was ranked 44th in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants of 2024. Pour the rasam soup in a French press over fresh coriander leaves and curried tomatoes, then strain the herbs and pour the clear rasam into a martini glass. The idea behind using a finch press is similar to filtering coffee.
Let the rasam soak for a few minutes and press down on the plunger to separate the herbs from the liquid. The French press method allows for a complete steeping process, resulting in a rich, robust flavor profile and fuller body, infusing the rasam with maximum flavor.
In fact, you can try this technique at home if you want to impress your guests at a party. Make homemade rasam and pour it hot over tomatoes and curry leaves and let it soak for a while. Pour the clear rasam into a glass and serve with the right side.
