Master the Authentic Udupi Sambhar Recipe in 6 Easy Steps

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Serves: 4–5 people

Ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal, boiled until soft
• 2 tbsp Zest Sambhar Masala
• 2 tbsp fresh grated coconut
• 1 tsp jaggery (adjust to taste)
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1 small ash gourd or pumpkin, cubed
• 2–3 drumstick pieces
• 2 green chilies slit
• ½ tsp Zest turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste
• Tempering
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 2 dried red chilies
• 10–12 curry leaves
• Pinch of Zest asafoetida

Method

1. Cook dal with turmeric until soft. Mash well.
2. Grind coconut with 2 tbsp water into a paste.
3. Heat oil. Add tomatoes, chilies, vegetables. Cook until half-tender.
4. Add tamarind pulp, jaggery, salt, and Zest Sambhar Masala. Stir. Add water and simmer 10 minutes.
5. Add mashed dal and coconut paste. Mix well. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
6. Temper with coconut oil, mustard, red chilies, curry leaves, and asafoetida.
7. Serve hot with rice or dosa.

Notes / Tips

1. Jaggery balances tamarind; adjust as per taste.
2. Coconut paste should be fresh for authentic flavour.
3. Pair with steamed rice and papad