Sambar is a popular South Indian stew made with lentils, vegetables, tamarind and some spices. It is
a everyday dish typically eaten with idly, dosa, uttapam and steamed white rice. It is said that Sambar
provides a complete nutrition to the body as it is protein packed.
Sambar powder or the spice powder which is added to this dish plays a key role in the dish. A variety
of lentils and spices are used to make Sambar powder. There are many variations of preparing
Sambar powder across India. Today I will be talking about the Smabar powder which my mom
makes and stores in refrigerator for 1-2 months. Lets get started with the list of ingredients and
procedure.
This recipe goes to Week 4, Day 1 of Blogging Marathon 122 under the theme " Lets make some
Condiments".
Ingredients:
Toor dal 1 cup
Udad dal 1 cup
Chana dal 1 cup
Coriander seeds 1-1/2 cup
Cumin seeds 1/2 cup
Fenugreek seeds 1/4 cup
Black pepper corns 1 tbsp
Rice 1 tbsp
Dry red chili 20
Curry leaves 1 /2 cup
Salt to taste
Preparation:
Dry roast all the dals separately till nice aroma comes.
Similarly dry roast all the other ingredients separately till nice and brown.
Let all the ingredients cool completely.
Grind in a blender till nice and smooth powder.
Store in air tight container for up to 3 months.
Check to see what my fellow bloggers are cooking for Blogging Marathon 122.
8 comments:
Homemade sambar masala enhance the taste of sambar to several notches. Yours sounds flavorful
Each household their own favorite blend of sambhar powder and this is the first time I am coming across one with no addition of coconut. Will try this for my coconut hating husband and will let you know.
Fragrant and aromatic, this is one condiment that is a must in Indian kitchens. Like your version with tamarind.
This is such an important spice powder to have in our pantry. I love to try different sambar powder recipes as every house has its unique flavor. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
We love different versions of this podi, your recipe sounds fantastic!..
I love good homemade sambar powders and they always taste so much more better than the store bought versions... Looks so flavorful...
This is a pantry essential. I would love to try your proportions. Sounds amazing to me.
Such a flavorful and must-have spice powder in the pantry. It elevates the taste of the sambar.
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