Sambar Paratha
Indian Indian - Breads and Flatbreads

Sambar Paratha

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Tender lentils slow-simmered with warming turmeric, finished with a sizzling tarka of golden ghee, roasted cumin, and fresh coriander.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups parboiled rice
  • • 1 cup urad dal
  • • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1 cup water
  • • 1 tsp oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Soak the rice and urad dal with fenugreek separately for 4 hours.

2
Phase 2

Grind each to a smooth batter and mix with salt and water.

3
Phase 3

Ferment overnight until light and frothy.

4
Phase 4

Pour into greased idli molds and steam for 10 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Cool slightly, remove, and serve hot with sambar and chutney.