Buttermilk Sambar
Buttermilk Sambar is a tangy and delicious South Indian dish made with buttermilk, lentils, and a blend of aromatic spices. It is a perfect accompaniment to rice, idli, or dosa. Ingredients: Buttermilk, Coriander, Sambar cucumber, Hing, Curry leaves, Tomato, Onion, Arhar dal, Mustard seeds, Red chilli powder, Green chilli, Cumin seeds, Salt, Turmeric powder, Cooking oil
40min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
210 kCal
Recipe
1
Soak 100 grams of toor dal (split pigeon peas) in water for 30 minutes. Drain and pressure cook the dal with 500 ml of water for 3-4 whistles or until it becomes soft and mushy. Once cooked, mash the dal and set aside.
2
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida (hing), and a few curry leaves.
3
Add 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped green chilies, and 1 chopped tomato to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the tomatoes become soft.
4
Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 2 teaspoons of sambar powder to the pan. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
5
Add the mashed dal to the pan and mix well. Add 500 ml of buttermilk and stir continuously to avoid curdling. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Add salt to taste and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with rice, idli, or dosa.
Nutrition
210
kCal
9 g
Protein
7 g
Fat
28 g
Carbs
500 ml of Buttermilk
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1 tsp of Mustard Seeds
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1 tsp of Red Chilli Powder
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