Sambhar Masala

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Sambhar Masala

Sambhar Masala is a traditional Southern Indian recipe for an aromatic masala spice blend that's typically used in the vegetarian dishes of the region (most especially in lentil dishes). The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Southern Indian version of Sambhar Masala.

prep time

5 minutes

cook time

5 minutes

Total Time:

10 minutes

Makes:

1 small jar

Rating:

Tags : Chilli Recipes Spice Recipes Bean Recipes Indian Recipes

Sambhar Masala (also known as Sambaar Powder or Sambar Powder) is a traditional component of South Indian cuisine. It is especially used in cooking Lentils (Dhal or Dal) and mixed vegetables.

Ingredients:

10 dried red chillies
6 tbsp coriander seeds
1½ tbsp ground turmeric
2 tsp black peppercorns
2 tbsp fenugreek seeds
2 tbsp white split gram (chickpea) beans
2 tbsp split yellow peas (channa dal)
2 tbsp mung dal or dhal (lentils)

Method:

Remove the stalks and seeds of the chillies, add to a dry non-stick frying pan along with all the spices except the turmeric. Toast for about three minutes then set aside. Do the same for the pluses.

Transfer to a coffee grinder and grind to a fine powder.

Mix-in the turmeric and store in an air-tight jar until needed.