SAMBAR

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A kind of vegetable soup served in South India, usually accompanying idli or masala dosa. This version has some *slightly* Americanized ingredient options, if you can't find the vegetables native to India.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup toor dal (dried yellow split peas)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch asafoetida powder
2 cups water
2 tablespoons mustard oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/8 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
10 -12 curry leaves
4 small dried chilies
1 pinch asafoetida powder
1 cup yellow indian cucumbers (dosakai) or 1 cup English cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup vegetable drumsticks or 1 cup fresh asparagus, cut into finger lengths
1 small potato, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tamarind pulp
1 tablespoon sambar masala seasoning (or more, to taste)

Steps:

  • Place toor dal, turmeric, salt, asoefetida and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until dal is cooked, adding water if it evaporates, for about 30-45 minutes.
  • Place tempering ingredients in a small saute pan and heat until curry leaves begin to sputter, then add to dal soup.
  • Mix tamarind paste with hot water and the strain through a sieve, pressing with the back of a spoon to get all the pulp.
  • Place ingredients for sambar in the pan with the soup and top up with water to cover. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, adjusting water amount to your liking. If drumsticks are woody, discard them before serving.

Mike Peek
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I love the way this sambar smells while it's cooking. It fills the whole house with a delicious aroma.


Boluwatife Oladiran
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Odion Anthony
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I've never made sambar before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


Sandip kumar
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This sambar is delicious! I love the combination of flavors.


Kayann Joseph
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I'm not a big fan of sambar, but this recipe is actually pretty good. I would definitely make it again.


Nabin Khadka
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This sambar is a bit too spicy for me, but it's still delicious. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


Bhesraj Bohara
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I'm always looking for new sambar recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's flavorful and delicious, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Imran Islam Noyon
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I love the way this sambar smells while it's cooking. It fills the whole house with a delicious aroma.


Pulan Dinusara
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Atif Ahmad
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I've never made sambar before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


Abdullh khan
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This sambar is delicious! I love the combination of flavors.


Roberto Flamenco
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I'm not a fan of sambar, but this recipe is actually pretty good. I would definitely make it again.


Aass Aassdd
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This sambar is a bit spicy for my taste, but it's still delicious. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


charlie hill
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I love that this recipe is vegan. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy sambar.


Haider Al_faranse
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This sambar is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dashti Brothers
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I followed the recipe exactly and my sambar turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Itz_Your local_Olviaa
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This is the best sambar recipe I've tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Muhammad Zaffar
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I love the addition of tamarind and jaggery in this recipe. It gives the sambar a nice tangy and sweet flavor.


Malik Butt
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This sambar recipe is a keeper! It's flavorful, easy to make, and a great way to use up leftover vegetables.