Quick Idli Sambar
70% authentic · South Indian
A simplified version of the classic Idli Sambar, using pre-made idli batter and a quicker sambar preparation for a weeknight-friendly meal.
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Ingredients
- Pre-made Idli Batter4 cups
- Toor Dal1/2 cup
- Tamarind paste2 tbsp
- Mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, onion, tomato)1 cup, chopped
- Sambar powder2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder1/4 tsp
- Mustard seeds1/2 tsp
- Curry leaves1/2 sprig
- Oil1 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Wateras needed
- Coriander leaves (for garnish)for garnish
Steps
- 1
Pressure cook toor dal until soft. Mash it lightly.
- 2
In a pot, add chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, salt, and water. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- 3
Add the mashed dal, tamarind paste, and sambar powder to the vegetables. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, adding water to adjust consistency.
- 4
Prepare the tempering: Heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Let them splutter.
- 5
Pour the tempering over the sambar. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- 6
Steam the pre-made idli batter in idli molds for 10-12 minutes until done.
- 7
Serve hot idlis with the prepared sambar.
