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Kerala Style Varutharacha Sambar

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Add the lentils to an instant pot along with 4 cups of water, salt, and turmeric powder and stir gently.

STEP 1

Close the lid of the instant pot and set the valve to the sealing position.

STEP 2

Press PRESSURE COOK and set the timer to 10 minutes.

STEP 3

Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure manually and open the lid. Mash the lentils with the back of a ladle.

STEP 4

While the lentils are cooking, make the sambar masala paste. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

STEP 5

Once the oil is hot, add chana dal and urad dal and fry till they turn golden brown, stirring frequently.

STEP 6

Add fenugreek seeds, whole coriander, seeds, dry red chilies, asafetida, onions, and curry leaves, and fry for 2-3 minutes.

STEP 7

Add coconut and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and let the masala cool down to room temperature.

STEP 8

Once the masala is cooled, add it to a blender along with ½ cup water and blend to make a smooth paste.

STEP 9

Once the masala is cooled, add it to a blender along with ½ cup water and blend to make a smooth paste.

STEP 10

Add the masala paste to the cooked dal in the instant pot and mix well.

STEP 11

Add the vegetables and tomatoes to the pot and close the lid again.

STEP 12

Press PRESSURE COOK and set the timer to 2 minutes.

STEP 13

Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Stir in the tamarind pulp.

STEP 14

Add more water if the sambar is thick for your liking. Check for salt and tamarind pulp and add more if required.

STEP 15

Heat coconut oil in a pan. Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves and fry for 4-5 seconds.

STEP 16

Pour the tempering over the sambhar and mix well Serve hot with rice.

STEP 17

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