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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
3/4 cup yogurt
1 1/4 cups water
green chilies
fresh ginger
lemongrass
asafoetida
salt
curry leaves
ice cubes

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

Welcome to Show Me The Curry, today we're making sambharam.

2

For two servings, measure out 3/4 cup of yogurt.

3

Add 1 1/4 cups of water to the yogurt.

4

Blend the yogurt and water together until well mixed.

5

Using a mortar and pestle, pound green chilies, fresh ginger cut into cubes, and lemongrass.

6

Add the pounded mixture to the blended yogurt and water.

7

Add a pinch of asafoetida and a little bit of salt to the mixture.

8

Wash and break up some curry leaves to release their aroma, then add them to the mixture.

9

If desired, add a couple of ice cubes for a colder drink.

10

Pour the sambharam into glasses filled with ice and serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

mortar and pestleblenderglasses

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Also Known As

SambharSambharam

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