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Karnataka Udupi Sambar Tamarind Lentil Vegetarian Temple
The Udupi temple-style sambar made without onion or garlic — a purer, more fragrant sambar that relies on kokum or byadagi chilli for its distinctive character.
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Method
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1
Pressure cook toor dal with 3 cups water and turmeric for 4 whistles. Whisk.
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2
Add vegetables, tamarind paste and the ground sambar masala paste. Stir.
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3
Simmer on medium for 12 to 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and the sambar is fragrant.
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4
Add coconut milk. Stir. Season with salt.
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5
For tempering: heat 2 tbsp coconut oil. Add mustard seeds — pop.
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6
Add asafoetida and curry leaves. Pour over the sambar.
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