Homemade Sambar Gravy with Mixed Vegetables – By Malsha – eLanka
Sambar is a traditional South Indian lentil-based stew renowned for its rich and aromatic flavors. Prepared with a medley of vegetables such as carrots, eggplants, bananas, beans, tomatoes, pumpkin, and potatoes, combined with lentils, this hearty dish is a delightful celebration of diverse textures and tastes. The vegetables are boiled until tender and then crushed to form a thick, savory gravy. The tempering, featuring ingredients like onions, dried chili pods, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, adds a fragrant and zesty touch to the sambar. Seasoned with pepper and raw turmeric powder, and infused with the subtle warmth of cinnamon, this dish offers a burst of authentic South Indian flavors. Sambar is a staple in many households, loved for its versatility, nutritional value, and the comforting satisfaction it brings to the palate.
Ingredients:
- 1 carrot
- An eggplant
- A ripe banana
- A handful of beans
- 2 tomatoes
- 100 grams of pumpkin
- A potato
- 50 grams of lentils
- 1 onion
- A few green chili pods
- 3 dried chili pods
- Mustard seeds
- A pinch of pepper powder
- A bit of raw turmeric powder
- A piece of cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- Curry leaves
Instructions:
- Wash and chop all the vegetables, including carrot, eggplant, banana, beans, tomatoes, pumpkin, and potato. Also, add lentils to the mix. Place all the chopped ingredients in a bowl.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper powder over the vegetables. Add enough water to cover the vegetable pieces, and then boil them until well-cooked.
- Once the vegetables and lentils are thoroughly cooked, crush them well to form a thick gravy consistency.
- For tempering the sambar gravy, heat a pan and add chopped onions, dried chili pieces, mustard seeds, and curry powder. Allow them to temper the mixture.
- Pour the tempered mixture into the cooked vegetables and lentils. Add more water if needed and adjust the salt according to taste.
- For enhanced flavor, include raw turmeric powder and a piece of cinnamon.
Remember, the smaller the vegetable pieces, the more delicious the gravy. Enjoy your homemade Sambar Gravy with Mixed Vegetables!
