Special Tomato Sambar Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.To begin, pressure cook the lentils until they are soft and mushy.
• STEP 2.In a separate pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 3.Next, add chopped onions, green chilies, and tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
• STEP 4.Add turmeric powder, sambar powder, and salt. Mix well.
• STEP 5.Now, add the cooked lentils and water. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes.
• STEP 6.In a small pan, heat ghee and fry the red chilies, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida. Add this tempering to the sambar.
• STEP 7.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or idli.

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the quantity of sambar powder according to your spice preference.
• For a thicker consistency, mash some of the cooked lentils before adding them to the sambar.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add a tablespoon of tamarind paste.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover sambar can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the sambar on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the tomato sambar hot with steamed rice, idli, or dosa.