Ingredients for Awesome Sambhar
- 1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 cup water, plus 1/2 to 1 cup water as needed
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Curry Powder (not specified in recipe)
- juice of 1/2 a lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
- fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- rice (for serving)
- side salad (for serving)
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How to Make Awesome Sambhar
- Rinse 1 cup of toor dal (split pigeon peas) and 1 cup of water in a large pot. Add 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed, and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Add 1/2-1 cup of water if the mixture becomes too thick.
- While the lentils and potatoes simmer, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and stir for 1 minute, or until they begin to pop.
- Reduce heat to low. Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida (hing), 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to your spice preference), and 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and set aside the spice mixture.
- Once the potatoes and lentils are cooked, stir in the spice mixture, 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste), and the juice of 1/2 a lemon.
- Serve hot with rice and a side salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
1g
Carbs
13g
