gluten-free Joc Soups and Stews Indian Sambar

Ingredients:

1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas), rinsed and drained
1 small eggplant, diced
1 small pumpkin or squash, diced
1 large tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon sambar powder
1 teaspoon tamarind paste
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh curry leaves and cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, combine the rinsed toor dal, diced eggplant, pumpkin, and chopped tomato. Add enough water to cover the ingredients and cook until the dal is soft and the vegetables are tender.

In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sambar powder and tamarind paste. Sauté for a minute.

Pour this mixture into the cooked dal and vegetables. Add turmeric, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Garnish the Sambar with fresh curry leaves and cilantro before serving. Enjoy this gluten-free South Indian Sambar with rice or idli!