Sambar Masala Powder

This Classic South Indian spice blend is used to make South Indian specialty & delicious 
lentils & mixed vegetable Soup/ Stew dish 'Sambar'.  Sambar is an essential side dish for
 South Indian breakfast & lunch recipes like Idli, Dosa, Vada, Upma, Steamed Rice or with
 any South Indian Snacks.
This spice mix can also be used for many other recipes like dry sabji, flavored rice and
 gravy based curries to add additional flavor.

Ingredients:
Coriander, Cumin, Mustard Powder, Fenugreek, Red Chili Pepper, Amchoor (Dry Mango), Asafoetida (Hing).

Simple Recipe to prepare ‘Sambar’ dish:
Cook 1 cup ‘Toor Dal’ in 3 cups of water, until soft, keep aside. In another pan cook 2 cups Tamarind Juice, 1 cup chopped & steamed /cooked vegetables. Add 2tbsp ‘Sambar Powder’,
1tbsp grated coconut, 1tsp jaggary (Opt), salt to taste. Bring to boil. Add cooked dal, stir, simmer for 10 minutes, add few pieces of sautéed fresh Curry Leaves, keep covered for 5-10 minutes, Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.