Are you longing for a taste of authentic South Indian sambar but short on time? This Instant Sambar Premix is a game-changer. This quick and easy homemade mix brings together all those amazing flavours in no time. Just add your favourite veggies, sambar premix, and some water, and in less than 15 minutes, you will have a warm, tangy bowl of sambar that’s ready to serve.
To start, heat up a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Firstly, add toor dal and dry roast until it becomes fragrant.
Next, add dried red chillies, curry leaves, chana dal, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, tamarind, and salt.
Dry roast all the ingredients, stirring constantly for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the dal turns a lovely golden brown and the spices start to release their wonderful aroma.
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Step 2: Cool completely
After roasting, turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool at room temperature.
Once it’s cooled down, pour the mixture into a spice grinder and blend everything until you have a fine powder.
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Step 3: Prepare tempering
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, dried red chillies and a little bit of hing.
Sauté until the spices begin to splutter and release a delightful aroma.
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Step 4: Combine the ingredients
Now, add the finely ground spices into the tempering and give it a good mix until everything is nicely blended.
And there you have it; your sambar premix is all set.
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Step 5: Storing the premix
Make sure to transfer the sambar premix powder into a container that seals tightly.
Keep it stored in a cool, dry spot, and it should stay fresh for up to three months.
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Step 6: Make sambar with premix
In a large kadai, add in freshly chopped mixed vegetables of your choice along with turmeric, salt, and water as required.
Cover and boil for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Further, add in the prepared premix powder and mix well.
Cover again and continue to let it cook for another 5-6 minutes.
Finally, your vegetable sambar is ready to be served with rice, idli or dosa.
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