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Sambar Spicy Indian Curry Recipe

A traditional South Indian dish made with lentils, vegetables, and a blend of spices.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Toor Dal (Yellow Pigeon Peas)
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (carrot, beans, potato) chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Tamarind Paste
  • 2 tablespoon Sambar Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 2 Dried Red Chilies
  • 10 leaves Curry Leaves
  • 1 pinch Asafoetida
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the toor dal and cook it in a pressure cooker with 2 cups of water until soft.
  2. 2. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, curry leaves, and asafoetida.
  3. 3. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
  4. 4. Add turmeric powder, sambar powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. 5. Add the cooked dal and tamarind paste. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. 6. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Curry, Sambar, Spicy
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