SAMBAR

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A delicious South Indian dal (lentil) to be eaten with idlis or white rice. It is made of 'Tur' or 'Toor' dal available at Indian grocory stores. Black or brown mustard seeds are also available there.

Provided by reya doucette

Categories     Asian

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup toor dal
2 onions, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons coriander powder
1/4 teaspoon methi seeds, roasted and powdered (fenegreek seeds)
1/2 teaspoon hing (asafoetida powder)
1/2 teaspoon tamarind paste
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 sprig curry leaf

Steps:

  • Boil dal in 1 1/4 cup water, turmeric and salt till soft like mush.
  • Add corriander, tomatoes, chilli powder, methi powder, hing, tamarind paste and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In 1 tablespoon hot oil in frying pan put in mustard seeds till they pop. Add onions and fry five minutes add curry leaves.
  • Pour into dal and stir once.
  • Serve with idlis or white boiled rice.

Akayed Islam
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This sambar is a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mduduzi Makhoba
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I love serving this sambar with rice and papadums.


Ogbonna Augustine Emenike
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This sambar is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Arshaad Ali
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The sambar was delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Ayanda Singata
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Md. Simon cox .
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I love the addition of jaggery in this recipe. It gives the sambar a lovely sweet and sour flavor.


Anees Khokhar
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This sambar is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect dish for a cold winter day.


Odiifo Nana Sarpong
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of tamarind, but I'm so glad I did! The tamarind flavor is subtle and really complements the other flavors in the dish.


Abdullahi yussuf ukash Abdullahi
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This is the best sambar recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make.


Neba Francnoel
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Jeff Knisley (Tinker)
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Donald Simpson
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5 stars! This sambar is now my go-to recipe. It's flavorful, hearty, and perfect for a cold winter day.


Junaidjan Jan
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This sambar was easy to make and turned out great! I especially loved the addition of drumsticks and okra.


shoghi emere
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I've tried many sambar recipes, but this one is by far the best. The tamarind and jaggery give it a perfect balance of sour and sweet, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Sangita Lama
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This sambar recipe was a hit at our dinner party last night! The flavors were complex and delicious, and the spice level was just right. Everyone went back for seconds.


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