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Vegetarian
Protein-Rich
Healthy

Vegetable Sambar

A hearty lentil and vegetable stew flavored with our authentic Sambar powder.

4.7
(203 reviews)
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Vegetable Sambar

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Anjali Sambar Powder
  • 1 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • Curry leaves
  • Salt to taste

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories165
Protein8g
Carbs24g
Fat4g
Fiber6g

Instructions

1

Cook dal

Pressure cook toor dal with turmeric until soft and mushy.

2

Prepare vegetables

Cut vegetables into medium pieces and cook until tender.

3

Make tempering

Heat oil, add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Add onions and cook until golden.

4

Add spices

Add tomatoes and Anjali Sambar Powder. Cook until tomatoes are soft.

5

Combine

Add cooked dal, vegetables, and tamarind paste. Simmer for 10 minutes.

6

Final touch

Adjust consistency and seasoning. Garnish with coriander leaves.

Chef's Tips

  • Soak tamarind in warm water for better extraction
  • Add vegetables in order of cooking time required
  • Consistency should be like thick soup
  • Taste and adjust spices as needed

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