Sambar Recipe
stew of lentils, okra, potato, carrot
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Ingredients
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Lentils and Vegetables
Spices and Seasoning
Liquid
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Lentils
- 1
Rinse and Cook Lentils
Rinse 1 cup of toor dal under running water until the water runs clear. In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed dal and 3 cups of water, along with 1 tsp of turmeric powder. Cook for about 3-4 whistles and then turn off the heat. Let the pressure release naturally.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Chop Vegetables
While the lentils are cooking, wash and chop 200 grams of okra into 1-inch pieces. Peel and dice 1 medium potato and 1 medium carrot into small cubes.
Cooking Sambar
- 3
- 4
Simmer the Stew
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally and add salt to taste.
Tempering
- 5
Prepare Tempering
In a small pan, heat 1 tbs of oil over medium heat. Add 1 tsp of mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add curry leaves and a pinch of asafoetida. Fry for a few seconds.
- 6
Add to Stew
Pour the tempering over the simmered sambar and stir well to combine.
Garnishing
- 7
Finish with Coriander
Garnish the sambar with 2 tbs of chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.