Sambar

Name: Sambar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup toor dal; 2 onions, chopped; 3 tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons coriander powder; 1/4 teaspoon methi seeds, roasted and powdered (fenegreek seeds); 1/2 teaspoon hing (asafoetida powder); 1/2 teaspoon tamarind paste; 3 tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1 sprig curry leaf

Eats Now Editorial Team · 50 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Sambar – a delicious recipe with toor dal, onions, tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

1/2 cup toor dal
2 onions, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons coriander powder
1/4 teaspoon methi seeds, roasted and powdered (fenegreek seeds)
1/2 teaspoon hing (asafoetida powder)
1/2 teaspoon tamarind paste
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 sprig curry leaf

1
Boil dal in 1 1/4 cup water, turmeric and salt till soft like mush.
2
Add corriander, tomatoes, chilli powder, methi powder, hing, tamarind paste and simmer for 5 minutes.
3
In 1 tablespoon hot oil in frying pan put in mustard seeds till they pop. Add onions and fry five minutes add curry leaves.
4
Pour into dal and stir once.
5
Serve with idlis or white boiled rice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup toor dal, 2 onions, chopped, 3 tomatoes, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Sambar 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
50 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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