Vegetable Sambar

Ingredients

• •1 cup split yellow lentils (toor dal)
• •2 cups water
• •1 medium onion, chopped
• •1 medium tomato, chopped
• •1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas)
• •1 tsp mustard seeds
• •1 tsp cumin seeds
• •2-3 green chilies, slit
• •1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• •1-2 tbsp sambar powder
• •Salt to taste
• •1 tbsp tamarind paste
• •2 tbsp oil (vegetable or coconut)
• •Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the split yellow lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   In a pot, combine the rinsed lentils and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until soft.

3. 3

   In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.

4. 4

   Add the chopped onion and green chilies to the pan. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

5. 5

   Stir in the chopped tomato, mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and sambar powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

6. 6

   Add the cooked lentils to the vegetable mixture. Stir in tamarind paste and salt to taste. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes to blend the flavors.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

8. 8

   Serve hot with steamed rice.