Here’s how you can typically prepare Sambar Sadam using a Sambar Sadam Mix:
Ingredients:
- Sambar Sadam Mix
- Rice
- Toor dal (pigeon peas lentils)
- Mixed vegetables (such as carrots, beans, potatoes, drumsticks, etc.)
- Tamarind pulp
- Oil or ghee
- Mustard seeds
- Curry leaves
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Cook rice and toor dal separately until they are soft and cooked. Keep them aside.
- In a pan, heat oil or ghee. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Let them splutter.
- Add the mixed vegetables and sauté until they are partially cooked.
- Prepare the tamarind pulp by soaking tamarind in warm water and extracting the juice.
- Add the tamarind pulp to the pan with the vegetables. Also, add water as needed.
- Add the Sambar Sadam Mix to the pan and stir well to combine.
- Allow the mixture to simmer until the vegetables are fully cooked and the flavors are well blended.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, add the cooked rice and toor dal to the pan. Mix everything well.
- Adjust salt according to taste and let the Sambar Sadam simmer for a few more minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Serve hot with a side of papad or yogurt.
With Sambar Sadam Mix, you can enjoy the authentic flavors of South Indian cuisine with minimal effort and time spent in the kitchen. It’s a convenient option for busy days or when you’re craving a comforting, home-cooked meal.