Sambar (சாம்பார்)
A tangy lentil and vegetable stew with tamarind and a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies.
Why It Works
Tamarind's tartaric acid cuts through the starchy lentils; the final tempering (tadka) of mustard seeds and curry leaves in hot oil releases aromatic compounds directly into the stew.
Key Ingredients
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