Authentic South Indian Sambar — Easy & Delicious

Sambar is a staple in South Indian cuisine, known for its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients. This lentil-based stew is perfect with rice or dosa.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, potato)
• 2-3 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp sambar powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
• 2 tbsp oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

For tempering

• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 dried red chilies
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Wash the toor dal thoroughly and pressure cook it with 3 cups of water, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt for 3 whistles.
2. 2Step 2: In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and asafoetida. Let them splutter.
3. 3Step 3: Add chopped onions and green chilies, sauté until onions are translucent.
4. 4Step 4: Add chopped tomatoes and mixed vegetables, cook until they are tender.
5. 5Step 5: Add the cooked dal, sambar powder, tamarind pulp, and salt. Mix well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6. 6Step 6: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or dosa.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies.
• Tip 2: You can use any vegetables you have on hand.
• Tip 3: For a richer flavor, add a few drops of ghee before serving.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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