Mixed Vegetable Sambar - Typical south indian style

 

Soppu - Kaisasuve Sambar

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Ingredients:

• For the Ground Masala:

  • Red Chillies (according to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh grated Coconut
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
  • A pinch of Hing (Asafoetida)
  • 1 tablespoon Bengal Gram Dal (hurigadale) or raw Rice

• For the Sambar:

  • 1 cup Tuvar Dal (Pigeon Pea Lentils)
  • 2 cups Spinach (or any leafy greens), cleaned and chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Masala:

   • In a blender, grind the Red Chillies, grated Coconut, Mustard Seeds, Jeera, Hing, and Bengal Gram Dal or raw Rice to a smooth paste with water. Set aside.

2. Cook the Dal and Spinach:

   • Rinse the Tuvar Dal thoroughly.
   • In a pressure cooker or a large pot, cook the Tuvar Dal with 2 cups of water until soft and fully cooked (about 3-4 whistles in a pressure cooker, or 25-30 minutes in a pot).
   • Add the cleaned and chopped Spinach to the cooked Dal. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the Spinach is tender.

3. Combine and Simmer:

   • Add the ground masala paste to the Dal and Spinach mixture.
   • Stir well to combine.
   • Let the mixture simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
   • Add salt to taste.

4. Serve:

   • Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

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Tip: You can temper the sambar with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chillies in hot oil for added flavor before serving.

Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious Soppu - Kaisasuve Sambar!