Sambar Sadam

One-Pot Sambar Sadam

Ingredients

1. For Sambar:
2. 1 cup rice
3. 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal (lentils)
4. 1 cup pumpkin, diced
5. 1 cup drumstick, cut into pieces
6. 1 cup brinjal (eggplant), diced
7. 1 onion, chopped
8. 2 tomatoes, chopped
9. 2-3 green chilies, slit
10. 1 tbsp sambar powder
11. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
12. Salt to taste
13. 2-3 cups water
14. 1-2 tbsp oil or ghee
15. Fresh coriander for garnish
16. For Tempering:
17. 1 tsp mustard seeds
18. 1 tsp cumin seeds
19. 2-3 dried red chilies
20. A pinch of asafoetida

Instructions

1. Cook the Dal:
2. Rinse the moong dal and rice separately. In a pressure cooker, add the moong dal, rice, and 2-3 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles and let it cool.
3. Prepare Vegetables:
4. In another pan, heat oil or ghee. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and asafoetida. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until translucent.
5. Add Tomatoes and Spices:
6. Add chopped tomatoes, sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
7. Incorporate Vegetables:
8. Add diced pumpkin, drumstick, and brinjal. Pour a little water and cover. Cook until vegetables are tender.
9. Combine Rice and Dal:
10. Add the cooked rice and dal mixture to the vegetable mix. Stir well to combine, adding more water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
11. Simmer:
12. Let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh coriander.
13. Serve:
14. Serve hot with papad or pickle.

Taste Profile

Sambar Sadam has a comforting, hearty flavor with a balance of spicy, tangy, and savory notes. The vegetables add sweetness and texture, while the lentils and rice provide a satisfying base.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per Serving)

1. Calories: 350-400 kcal
2. Protein: 12-15 g
3. Carbohydrates: 70-75 g
4. Fat: 8-10 g
5. Fiber: 8-10 g

Health Benefits

1. Rich in protein and fiber from lentils and vegetables.
2. Contains vitamins A and C from pumpkin and brinjal.
3. Good for digestive health due to fiber content.

Enjoy your delicious Sambar Sadam!