Simple sambar Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Pressure cook the lentils with water, turmeric powder, and salt until soft.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies. Saute for a minute.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
• STEP 5.Add the tamarind pulp, sambar powder, and cooked lentils. Mix well and bring to a boil.
• STEP 6.Add the chopped vegetables and cook until they are tender.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or idli.

Cooking Tips

• You can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) for additional flavor.
• Adjust the quantity of sambar powder according to your taste preference.
• You can add a teaspoon of jaggery to balance the tanginess of the tamarind.

Storage and Serving

• Simple sambar can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the sambar in a pan or microwave before serving.
• Serve hot with rice or idli.