Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Sambar
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
- • 3/4 cup toor dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 10 shallots, peeled
- • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
- • 2 tbsp sambar powder
- • 2 tbsp sesame oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with 2 cups water, turmeric and a pinch of salt until soft, then mash smooth.
2
Phase 2
Boil the shallots with tamarind pulp, 1 cup water, sambar powder and salt for 8-10 minutes until soft.
3
Phase 3
Add the mashed dal and simmer 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
4
Phase 4
Heat sesame oil, pop the mustard seeds, and pour over the sambar.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with rice, dosa or idli.