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Idlis with Sambar

Name: Idlis with Sambar
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Keralan Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup rice; 1/2 cup urad dal; 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds; 1/2 tsp turmeric; Salt to taste; Water as needed; 1/2 cup tamarind paste; 1 onion, chopped; 1 green chili, slit; 1/2 tsp mustard seeds; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp curry leaves; 1/2 tsp ghee

A classic South Indian breakfast of steamed rice cakes served with lentil soup.

45 minutes4 servings

Method

Soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds overnight.
Grind into a smooth batter, add turmeric, and let it ferment for 8-12 hours.
In a pot, add tamarind paste, water, and bring to a boil.
Add onions, green chili, and cook for 5 minutes.
Add sambar powder, salt, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Steam idlis in a idli tray for 15 minutes and serve with sambar.

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