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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 pressure cook it with 2 cups of water and a pinch of turmeric powder until soft.
- 2
In a pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 3
Add curry leaves and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
- 4
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
- 5
Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
- 6
Add sambar powder, remaining turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 7
Add the cooked toor dal and tamarind paste. Stir to combine.
- 8
Add 2-3 cups of water to achieve the desired consistency. Bring to a boil.
- 9
Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are cooked and the flavors meld together.
- 10
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
- 11
Serve hot with rice or idli.
