How long does Sambar keep in the fridge?

Sambar keeps 3 to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container. Reheat on the stove or microwave until piping hot before serving. We do not recommend freezing tempered dishes since the spices dull after thaw.

Can I make Sambar ahead of time?

Yes. Sambar is a great make-ahead dish. Cook it fully, cool to room temperature, and refrigerate. Most south indian vegan dishes taste better the next day once the masala has had time to meld.

What can I serve with Sambar?

Classic pairings include rice. For a complete south indian thali, add a dal, a dry sabzi, papad, and a sweet ending.

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Sambar

Name: Sambar
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 26 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 0.75 cup toor dal; 2 cups mixed sambar veg (drumstick, pumpkin, brinjal, carrot); 1 small tomato; 1 tbsp tamarind pulp; 2 tbsp sambar powder; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 0.25 tsp asafoetida; 10 curry leaves; 2 dry red chillies; 1 tbsp oil or ghee

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Toor dal with tamarind & sambar masala

Time: 40 min
Serves: 4
Calories: 175 kcal
Protein: 9 g

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Method

1Pressure cook toor dal with turmeric and 3 cups water, 3 whistles. Mash smooth.
2Cook the sambar veg with tamarind, tomato, sambar powder, salt and 1.5 cups water till tender.
3Beat dal into the veg, gently bubble 5 minutes.
4Heat oil for tadka. Crackle mustard, asafoetida, red chillies and curry leaves. Pour over sambar.

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