SAMBAR (SPICY LENTIL AND VEGETABLE STEW)

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Sambar (Spicy Lentil and Vegetable Stew) image

A spicy South Indian vegetable stew. Enjoy with rice, roti, or as a soup.

Provided by Sunaina

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 cups water, or more as needed
2 cups toor dal (pigeon peas)
1 onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 cup peeled, chopped pumpkin
1 cup chopped okra
½ cup peas
½ cup sliced red radishes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
6 cloves garlic, sliced
4 dried red chile peppers
2 tablespoons dried curry leaves
1 tablespoon sambar powder
½ cup tamarind pulp
salt to taste
1 pinch red chile powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine water, toor dal, onion, tomato, pumpkin, okra, peas, and radishes in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook until dal, pumpkin, and radishes start to soften, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Stir in garlic, red peppers, curry leaves, and sambar powder. Cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir seasoned oil mixture into the stew and cook until flavors combine, 25 to 30 minutes more. Stir in tamarind, salt, and red chile powder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 108.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tony Haggard
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Overall, I thought this sambar was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the flavors were good. I would definitely make it again.


Sakur Rain
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The sambar was good, but I think it would have been better if I had used fresh vegetables instead of frozen.


Will Ferris
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I found this sambar to be a bit bland. I had to add some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Faqir Shah
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This sambar is a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time I'll use less chili powder.


Md Jueal khan
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I've made this sambar several times and it's always a hit. I love the addition of coconut milk, which gives it a creamy and rich flavor.


Palesah Moemele
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This sambar is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor.


Syed Aden
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this sambar. It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


NUR ALL IN ONE CHANNEL
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This sambar is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few extra carrots and potatoes in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Zikra Khan
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I love this sambar recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I always get compliments when I serve it.


Malusi Mzila
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This sambar is the best I've ever had. The flavors are so well-balanced and the lentils are cooked to perfection.


alosh clarek
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I've made this sambar several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


James e Richadson jr
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This sambar is delicious and easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot dish so cleanup is a breeze.


Leon Short
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sambar turned out great. The only thing I would change next time is to add a little more tamarind for a more tangy flavor.


Adnan Adiii
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This sambar was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jamyla Vida
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I'm not usually a fan of sambar, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, and the spice level is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Jaycee Jones
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This sambar recipe is a winner! It's packed with flavor and the lentils and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I especially love the addition of tamarind, which gives the stew a nice tangy flavor.