One of the famous dhal gravy in Indian households. Drumstick sambar or murunggai sambar is a vegetarian dish usually serve with white rice,idli or dosa. Loaded with fresh vegetables this gorgeous dhal gravy is easy to make stays good for even on next day if store in the fridge. Sambar known as Indian vegetable stew packed with goodness of aromatic spices and recent research confirm its capability to fight against cancer. Thanks to the turmeric powder and other spices that goes into the gravy.
Toor dhal or pigeon cajuns used in this recipe is a legume which can be found in shops selling Asian products. As legumes known for causing winds adding asafoetida to the gravy, helps to cut the wind and aids in digestion. Drumstick or moringga slowly gaining its popularity around the globe for their various heath benefits. Drumstick helps to boost immune system,fight againts free radicals and contains niacin and natural folic acid. Dish out drumstick sambar and enjoy the wholesome goodness.
Ingredients
5 drumsticks,cut into pieces
3/4 cup toor dhal,boiled and mashed
2 1/2 tbsp sambar powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
2 large onions sliced
3 red chillies
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tbsp tamarind paste
1 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
2 sprigs curry leaves
1-2 cups water
Pinch of asafoetida/hing powder
Salt to taste
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Methods
In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once the mustard seeds splutter, add curry leaves,cumin seeds and dry red chillies. Saute for 2 minutes.
Add sliced onions and saute till the onions turns translucent. Add drumstick pieces and sliced carrots. Saute for another 1-2 minutes.
Add sambar powder. coriander powder and turmeric powder and saute for 1-2 minutes or till raw smells of the powders goes off.
Add water and tamarind paste. Stir and boil the mixture for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked toor dhal and season with salt and asafoetida/hing. Cook for 10-15 minutes or till the gravy thickens.
Remove from heat and serve with white rice
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