Name: Sambar Powder Pouch
SKU: 13899
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Sambar Powder is an essential spice blend used in South Indian cuisine to prepare the flavorful and wholesome dish, sambar. This 100g pouch is filled with a carefully crafted mix of spices, including coriander, cumin, fenugreek, dried red chilies, and curry leaves. Together, they impart the characteristic aroma and depth to this beloved lentil stew, which is typically served with rice, idli, dosa, or vada.

Simply add this sambar powder to cooked lentils and your favorite vegetables, and simmer with tamarind for a tangy kick. Whether for a daily meal or a special occasion, our Sambar Powder ensures you can recreate the authentic, comforting taste of South India in your kitchen. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s a versatile and must-have ingredient for anyone who enjoys the essence of Indian cuisine.

Ingredients:
1 cup tur dal (pigeon pea lentil)
1/2 cup chana dal (chickpea lentil)
1/4 cup urad dal (husked black gram)
1 tablespoon sambar powder
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pinch asafoetida (hing)
1 dried red chili, broken
1 sprig curry leaves
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
3 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 potato, cubed
1/4 cup drumstick pieces
1/4 cup pumpkin, cubed
Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Cook the dals: Rinse the dals and cook them in a pressure cooker with 3 cups of water for 3-4 whistles. Let it cool naturally.
Prepare the tempering: Heat oil in a tempering pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, dried red chili, and curry leaves. Let them crackle.
Sauté vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrots, potato, drumstick pieces, and pumpkin to the tempering. Sauté until softened.
Combine ingredients: Add the cooked dals, turmeric powder, sambar powder, and salt to the sautéed vegetables.
Simmer and adjust: Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the flavors blend. Adjust the consistency with water if needed.
Season and serve: Add more salt if necessary and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with rice or idli.

Tips:

For a spicier sambar, add more dried red chili or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
For a tangy flavor, add a teaspoon of tamarind paste or lime juice.
To make the sambar creamier, add a tablespoon of ghee.
For a sweeter taste, add a pinch of jaggery.

Sambar: A Flavorful Fusion
GWellth Foods presents Sambar Powder, a versatile spice blend that brings the authentic flavors of South Indian cuisine to your kitchen. Crafted with a harmonious combination of spices, this ready-to-cook mix makes it easy to prepare the classic sambar. Each ingredient, from earthy coriander to fiery red chili peppers, adds depth and balance to the dish. Whether you enjoy sambar with rice, idli, or dosa, this blend ensures a rich and delicious taste every time. Savor the goodness of traditional South Indian sambar with GWellth Foods' Sambar Powder!