Smooth South Indian Vegetable Sambar Using Elgi Ultra Mixer Grinder
A good sambar depends on a well-balanced spice paste. Grinding the spices correctly enhances aroma and ensures a smooth consistency without overpowering the vegetables.
This recipe focuses on accurate proportions, grinding technique, and appliance usage for consistent results.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Grinding Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4 to 5 people
Ingredients
For Sambar
- Toor dal – ¾ cup
- Mixed vegetables (carrot, drumstick, pumpkin, brinjal) – 2 cups
- Tamarind – small lemon-sized ball
- Turmeric powder – ¼ teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Water – as required
For Sambar Masala Paste
- Grated coconut – 3 tablespoons
- Coriander seeds – 2 teaspoons
- Dry red chillies – 3
- Chana dal – 1 tablespoon
- Cumin seeds – ½ teaspoon
For Tempering
- Oil – 1 teaspoon
- Mustard seeds – ½ teaspoon
- Curry leaves – few
- Asafoetida – pinch
Recommended Appliance and Jar
Elgi Ultra Stealth Neo Dark Grey Mixer Grinder
https://www.elgiultra.com/stealth-neo-dark-grey.html
Medium Stainless Steel Jar
Method
- Cook the toor dal with turmeric powder in a pressure cooker and mash them well.
- Soak tamarind in warm water and extract pulp.
- Cook vegetables with salt and turmeric until tender.
- Grind all masala paste ingredients in the medium jar with little water to a smooth paste.
- Add cooked dal, vegetables, tamarind extract, and masala paste together.
- Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until flavours blend.
- Prepare tempering and add to sambar. Mix gently.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with idli, dosa, rice, or pongal.
Best consumed fresh for full flavour.
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CHOPPER / KNEADER ATTACHMENTS
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