Sambar Powder

Cook the Lentils: Start by cooking 1 cup of toor dal (pigeon pea lentils) in a pressure cooker until soft and mushy. 

Prepare the Vegetables: Chop your favorite vegetables (such as okra, carrot, pumpkin, and drumstick) and set aside. 

Tempering: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp of oil or ghee. Add 1 tsp of mustard seeds, a few curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida. Let them sizzle. 

Cooking the Vegetables: Add the chopped vegetables to the pot with a pinch of turmeric and sauté lightly. Add water just enough to cover the vegetables and cook until they are soft. 

Adding the Sambar Powder: Stir in 2-3 tbsp of Masala Mantra Sambar Powder, along with tamarind extract and cooked dal. Add salt to taste and let the Sambar simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. 

Garnish: Finish with a generous sprinkle of chopped coriander leaves.