Indian Sambar Lentil Stew Recipe
Sambar is a delicious South Indian lentil and vegetable stew that we’ve heard of since childhood. Here is a quick and easy instant recipe for an authentic south-Indian lentil and vegetable stew, Sambar. This curry is packed with vegetables and finished with a touch of tangy tamarind paste. It’s something you must need to try so that you can thank us later!
Servings Prep Time
2 10minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Servings Prep Time
2 10minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
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Instructions
  1. Wash and soak toor dal for half an hour with enough water.
  2. In a pressure cooker, add dal with salt and turmeric and pressure cook it for 4 whistles. Set aside and allow the steam to release before opening the cooker.
  3. Now in a frying pan heat the oil and add mustard seeds, dried chilli and asafoetida.
  4. When the seeds start to sputter, add the green chilli and chopped vegetables. Now saute for a few minutes.
  5. Then add salt, sambar powder, tamarind paste and 1 cup water. Mix well and cook it until vegetables are tender, or for about 10 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked dal into the pan and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Authentic south Indian Sambar Lentil Stew is ready. Serve it hot.
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