Sambhar Masala

Sambar Masala is a spice blend used in South Indian cuisine to make Sambar, a lentil-based vegetable stew. Sambar is a popular comfort food and is commonly served with steamed rice, idli, or dosa.

The key spices used in Sambar Masala include:

Coriander seeds
Cumin seeds
Black pepper
Mustard seeds
Fenugreek seeds
Red chili powder
Turmeric
Curry leaves
Asafoetida
The spices are dry roasted and then ground into a fine powder, which is added to the sambar during the cooking process. To make the sambar, lentils and vegetables are cooked together with tamarind paste or juice, tomatoes, and other spices. The Sambar Masala is then added to the mixture and simmered until the flavors meld together. The stew is typically garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

Sambar Masala is a versatile spice blend and can also be used to add flavor to other South Indian dishes, such as rasam, a tangy and spicy soup made with tamarind and tomatoes, and upma, a breakfast dish made with semolina.