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Sambar
Ingredients
- toor dal1 cup
- water2 cups
- tamarind paste1 tablespoon
- mixed vegetables (carrot, potato, drumstick)1 cup
- onion1 medium
- tomato1 medium
- mustard seeds1 teaspoon
- cumin seeds1 teaspoon
- turmeric powder0,5 teaspoon
- sambar powder1 tablespoon
- oil2 tablespoons
- saltto taste
- curry leavesa few
- coriander leavesfor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the toor dal thoroughly and soak it in water for about 15-20 minutes.
- 2
In a pressure cooker, add the soaked toor dal and 2 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal is soft and mushy.
- 3
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4
Add cumin seeds, curry leaves, and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
- 5
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
- 6
Add the mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and sambar powder. Stir well and cook for a few minutes.
- 7
Add the cooked dal to the pan along with tamarind paste and salt to taste. Mix well.
- 8
Add water as needed to achieve the desired consistency and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 9
Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 10
Garnish with coriander leaves before serving.
- 11
Serve hot with rice or idli.
