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Traditional South Indian Sambar
Ingredients
- toor dal1 cup
- mixed vegetables (carrot, potato, drumstick)2 cups
- onion1 large
- tomatoes2 medium
- sambar powder1 tablespoon
- mustard seeds1 teaspoon
- turmeric powder1 teaspoon
- tamarind paste2 tablespoons
- 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, 2 cups of water, and turmeric powder. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal is soft and mushy.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4
Add 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 and sauté for a few minutes.
- 7
Add sambar powder and mix well.
- 8
Add the cooked dal to the pan along with 2 more cups of water. Stir well.
- 9
Add tamarind paste and salt to taste. Let the sambar simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are cooked.
- 10
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or idli.
