Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup toor dal
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp sambar powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, eggplant, pumpkin)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp jaggery
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the toor dal and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the water and add the dal to a pressure cooker with 2 cups of water. Cook for 3 whistles on high heat.
3. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
5. Add sambar powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Add mixed vegetables and 2 cups of water. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add tamarind paste and jaggery. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
8. Add the cooked dal to the vegetable mixture and mix well. Add more water if needed to adjust the consistency.
9. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
10. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Toor dal can be substituted with masoor dal or moong dal.
- Mixed vegetables can be substituted with any vegetables of your choice.
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar.
Variations:
- Add boiled potatoes to the sambar for a thicker consistency.
- Use coconut milk instead of water for a creamier texture.
- Add drumstick or okra for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the dal before cooking helps to reduce the cooking time.
- Use a pressure cooker to cook the dal quickly.
- Adjust the consistency of the sambar by adding more water if needed.
Storage instructions:
Store the leftover sambar in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sambar in a pan on medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sambar in a bowl with rice or bread.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Pairings:
Serve with rice, bread, or dosa.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with papad or raita.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sambar is too thick, add more water to adjust the consistency.
- If the sambar is too thin, simmer for a longer time to thicken it.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the dal and vegetables thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Sambar is a popular South Indian dish that originated in Tamil Nadu.
Flavor profiles:
The sambar has a spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the sambar hot with rice or bread.
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