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Sambar

Cultural Context

Sambar hails from South India, where it is a staple in Tamil cuisine, often served with rice or idli. This lentil-based stew showcases a variety of vegetables and is flavored with tamarind and a unique spice blend. Traditionally, it is a communal dish enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings. Today, sambar has transcended regional boundaries, becoming a beloved dish throughout India and even in Indian restaurants worldwide.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups mixed vegetables
1/4 cup tamarind
2 tablespoons sambar powder
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
10 curry leaves
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
2 green chilies
1 medium onion
1 medium tomato
1 cup drumstick

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

toor dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and cooks faster, while split peas are more economical.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar tanginess with fewer calories.

sambar powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: basic spices

A homemade blend can be healthier and more tailored to taste.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Seasonal veggies are often fresher and cheaper.

1

Prepare mixed vegetables, including drumstick.

2

Soak tamarind in warm water and extract the pulp.

3

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.

4

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

5

Stir in curry leaves and asafoetida until fragrant.

6

Add chopped onion and green chilies, sauté until translucent.

7

Mix in chopped tomato and cook until softened.

8

Add mixed vegetables and sauté briefly.

9

Stir in tamarind pulp and sambar powder, cooking briefly.

10

Add water and season with salt, then close the pressure cooker lid.

11

Cook until the lentils are soft and flavors meld.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

SambharSambharam

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