Bendekai saru/lady's finger sambar Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and chop the okra into small pieces.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and sambar powder. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 5.Add the chopped okra and cook for a few minutes.
• STEP 6.Add tamarind pulp, salt, and water. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
• STEP 7.In a separate pan, heat ghee and fry the sambar powder until aromatic. Add it to the sambar and mix well.
• STEP 8.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or idli.

Cooking Tips

• Choose tender okra for better taste and texture.
• You can adjust the spice level according to your preference.
• Adding a pinch of asafoetida (hing) enhances the flavor of the sambar.
• You can add cooked toor dal for a thicker consistency.

Storage and Serving

• Bendekai Saru can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the sambar before serving and adjust the consistency with water if needed.
• Serve hot with steamed rice, idli, or dosa for a delicious meal.