Sambar

Method

1. Pressure cook the toor dal with 2 cups of water and turmeric powder until soft and mushy. Mash it well and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dry red chilies. Let them splutter.
3. Add asafoetida, curry leaves, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
4. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. Add tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
6. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for a few minutes. Then add water and cook until the vegetables are tender.
7. Mix in the tamarind pulp, sambar powder, and salt. Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
8. Add the mashed dal and more water if needed to achieve the desired consistency. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with idli, dosa, or rice.