Puducherry Sambar

Sambar is a staple of South Indian states. Though the preparation varies from one another, still they all are named the same. Pondicherry, a Union Territory of India has its own version of sambar & sure stands unique from all the versions. 

This dish is appetizing, simple to make & also gets along very well with any South Indian dishes.Many people would love to taste this special Sambar at least once in their trip to city. 

Prep Time-5mins | Cook Time-45mins | Serves-3people

Ingredients

1/2 Cup toor dal

1 Cup water

1 Small onion chopped

2 Tomatoes chopped

1 Cup chopped mooli pieces

2 Tbs oil

1 Tsp mustard seeds

4 Red chili's cut equally

1/2 Tsp hing {asafetida}

1Tsp jaggery powder

6 curry leaves

2 Cups water

1/4 Tsp turmeric

4 Garlic pods chopped 1 Tbs tamarind pulp {adjust as needed}

1 Tsp jeera powder

1 Tbs black pepper powder

Salt to taste

Garnish with coriander

Directions

- Wash dal with water & pressure cook with water for 2 whistles. Switch off heat & allow cooker to cool.

- Heat a deep vessel with oil. Add mustard seeds along with garlic, red chili's & hing. 

- Once the mustard starts jumping add veggies, turmeric & salt.

- Cook them with a closed lid till veggies are soft & done.

- Then add 2 cups water to veggies along with dal, jaggery, curry leaves, tamarind pulp, jeera & black pepper powder. 

- Mix them well & balance the flavors. {salt, black pepper & tamarind}

- Boil sambar on low heat for 10 mins. Switch off heat. 

- Serve warm along with rice, papad & ghee.

Note

- Use your choice of veggies.  

- You don't have to add garlic along with seasoning. You can just add it while mixing dal to veggies.