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Arhar Dal Sambar

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About

Arhar Dal Sambar is a traditional South Indian dish made with Arhar Dal (also known as Toor Dal or Pigeon Pea) and Sambar powder. It is a spicy and flavorful dish that is usually served with steamed rice.

Macronutrients Breakdown

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Proteins

3.7
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Fats

10.8
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Carbs

2.0
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Fibre

2.4

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Recipe

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Ingredients

Arhar Dal

1 cup

chopped onion

1/2 cup

chopped tomatoes

1/2 cup

chopped carrots

1/2 cup

chopped green beans

1/2 cup

turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

red chilli powder

1 teaspoon

coriander powder

1 teaspoon

cumin powder

1 teaspoon

mustard seeds

1 teaspoon

fenugreek seeds

1 teaspoon

asafoetida

1 teaspoon

tamarind paste

1 teaspoon

jaggery

1 teaspoon

oil

2 tablespoons

Salt to taste

water

2 cups

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Directions

Step 1:

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.

Step 2:

Add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds and asafoetida.

Step 3:

Add chopped onion, tomatoes, carrots and green beans.

Step 4:

Saute for a few minutes.

Step 5:

Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and cumin powder.

Step 6:

Add Arhar Dal and mix well.

Step 7:

Add tamarind paste, jaggery and salt.

Step 8:

Add 2 cups of water and mix well.

Step 9:

Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3-4 whistles.

Step 10:

Once the pressure is released, open the lid and mix the sambar.

Step 11:

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Did you know?

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How many users have tracked it?

We've got some serious foodies in our community! 9975 users have chowed down on Arhar Dal Sambar a whopping 15326 times.

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Where was it consumed the most?

Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Bengaluru are the top 5 cities gobbling up Arhar Dal Sambar like there's no tomorrow.

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When was it eaten the most?

When it comes to Arhar Dal Sambar, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in october.

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Who preferred this food the most?

It's official: Arhar Dal Sambar is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.

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