Sambar with vegetables
Sambar is a South Indian lentil and vegetable stew with Toor Dal, tamarind, Sambar powder and a fragrant tadka made from mustard seed and curry leaves.
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Recipes
Sambar is a South Indian lentil and vegetable stew with Toor Dal, tamarind, Sambar powder and a fragrant tadka made from mustard seed and curry leaves.
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