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Traditional South Indian Sambar
Ingredients
- toor dal1 cup
- water2 cups
- mixed vegetables (carrot, potato, drumstick)1 cup
- tomato1 medium
- onion1 medium
- sambar powder1 tablespoon
- mustard seeds1 teaspoon
- turmeric powder1 teaspoon
- tamarind pulp2 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 and 2 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal is soft and mushy.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4
Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
- 5
Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.
- 6
Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
- 7
Add turmeric powder, sambar powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 8
Add the cooked dal to the pan along with the tamarind pulp. Mix everything well.
- 9
Add some water if needed to adjust the consistency. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 10
Add curry leaves and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 11
Garnish with coriander leaves before serving.
- 12
Serve hot with rice or idli.
