recipe for Brussels sprouts sambhar

Name: recipe for Brussels sprouts sambhar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 small Brussels sprouts; 1 cup toor dal; 2 tablespoons sambhar powder (any brand available in indian groceries); ½ tablespoon chili powder; ¼ tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste; 3 cups water; 5 curry leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped coriander; 1 pinch turmeric; salt; 3 tablespoons oil; ¼ tablespoon mustard seeds; ¼ tablespoon Urad Dal; ½ tablespoon jeera powder

Servings: persons

15 small Brussels sprouts
1 cup toor dal
2 tablespoons sambhar powder (any brand available in indian groceries)
½ tablespoon chili powder
¼ tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
3 cups water
5 curry leaves
2 tablespoons chopped coriander
1 pinch turmeric
salt
3 tablespoons oil
¼ tablespoon mustard seeds
¼ tablespoon Urad Dal
½ tablespoon jeera powder

1
Clean and cut the brussel sprouts at the stem ends and leave them all in round shape.
2
Pressure cook toor dal and sprouts by pouring 3 cups of water and adding turmeric.
3
Do it till 2 or 3 whistles.
4
Put a vessel on the stove and add oil to it.
5
then add all other seasonings to it.
6
When they splutter, add the boiled toor dal with brussel sprouts.
7
Add sambhar powder, chilli powder, brown sugar, curry leaves.
8
Add more water if more pouring consistency is required and stir to mix all.
9
Make sure sprouts are not mashed while stirring.
10
Once it starts boiling, add tamarind paste and salt.
11
Add chopped coriander and switch off the stove and put the lid.
12
Serve with Rice, Dosa or Idli.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 small Brussels sprouts, 1 cup toor dal, 2 tablespoons sambhar powder (any brand available in indian groceries), ½ tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, recipe for Brussels sprouts sambhar falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!