A Delightful Journey into the World of Tomato Sambar

Tomato sambar is a traditional South Indian dish whose recipe differs from region to region. However, it acts as a comfort food for people from all over the country. Its delicate savoury flavours are beautifully balanced by the rice it is usually served with. Adding tomato sambar to your menu will make your customers feel extremely at home and they will be more likely to return to seek the comfort of this hearty dish.

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Ingredients for tomato sambar :

Kagome’s Pulpy Crushed Tomatoes
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
1 small carrot, chopped
1 small potato, chopped
10-12 shallots, peeled
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1 tablespoon sambar powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
A few curry leaves
2 tablespoons oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse the toor dal well and pressure cook it with 2 cups of water until soft and mushy. Set aside.
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then, add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the chopped onions and green chilies to the pot. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
Now, add the pulpy crushed tomatoes, carrot, and potato. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Dissolve the tamarind paste in 1 cup of water and add it to the pot. Mix well.
Add sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes.
Pour in 3-4 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are fully cooked.
Mash the cooked toor dal and add it to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Continue to simmer the sambar for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
Garnish the tomato sambar with fresh coriander leaves.

Serve this delicious tomato sambar to create a welcoming atmosphere for your customers. The traditional flavours of Southern India will be sure to leave a significant impression on them.

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