{"id":262315,"date":"2025-02-01T11:47:53","date_gmt":"2025-02-01T04:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=262315"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:52:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:52:49","slug":"recipe-for-idli-sambar-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/","title":{"rendered":"12+ Delicious Steps to Make Idli Sambar That Will Wow Your Taste Buds!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Idli Sambar is a beloved dish that brings warmth and comfort with every bite. The fluffy idlis paired with the spicy, tangy sambar create a perfect harmony of flavors. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering South Indian classic!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/#Prepare_the_Idli_Batter\" >Prepare the Idli Batter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/#Steam_the_Idlis\" >Steam the Idlis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/#Make_the_Sambar\" >Make the Sambar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/#Prepare_the_Tempering\" >Prepare the Tempering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipe-for-idli-sambar-2\/#Serve_it_Up\" >Serve it Up!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepare_the_Idli_Batter\"><\/span>Prepare the Idli Batter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6957818\/pexels-photo-6957818.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Prepare the Idli Batter\" title=\"Prepare the Idli Batter\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Mikhail Nilov on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/hands-love-woman-spoon-6957818\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-recipe-idli-batter-recipe-with-pro-tips-1736526390.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Recipe (Idli Batter Recipe with Pro Tips)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianhealthyrecipes.com\/soft-idli-recipe-using-idli-rava\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Recipe (Idli Batter Recipe with Pro Tips)<\/a><\/strong> from Swasthi&#039;s Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 8 h 20 min Total Time: 8 h 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Violet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/how-to-make-idli-batter-1736526391.jpg\" alt=\"How to make Idli Batter\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ministryofcurry.com\/idli-batter\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to make Idli Batter<\/a><\/strong> from Ministry of Curry<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7. Ingredients: 20 h 20 min Total Time: 20 h 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BurlyWood\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-recipe-with-homemade-idli-batter-1736526391.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Recipe (With Homemade Idli Batter)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegrecipesofindia.com\/idli-recipe-how-to-make-soft-idlis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Recipe (With Homemade Idli Batter)<\/a><\/strong> from Dassana&#039;s Veg Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 9 h 25 min Total Time: 9 h 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>The foundation of a great Idli Sambar lies in the idli batter. This fermented mixture of rice and lentils is what gives idlis their unique, fluffy texture. It\u2019s a simple blend that transforms into something magical once cooked!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cups of idli rice (or parboiled rice)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup of urad dal (split black gram)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds<\/li>\n<li>Salt to taste<\/li>\n<li>Water as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this batter special is the fermentation process. As the mixture ferments, it develops a tangy flavor and airy consistency, perfect for steaming. This step is crucial for achieving that light, fluffy idli that everyone loves!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/6-steps-to-a-perfect-idli-batter-how-to-make-soft-idli-1736526442.jpg\" alt=\"6 Steps to a Perfect Idli Batter | How to make Soft Idli ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CgHMk2k2owA\" target=\"_blank\">6 Steps to a Perfect Idli Batter | How to make Soft Idli &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/how-to-make-soft-idli-with-5-basic-tips-spongy-idli-batter-with-1736526443.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make Soft Idli with 5 Basic Tips | Spongy Idli Batter with ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ayo80PIb-Qg\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Soft Idli with 5 Basic Tips | Spongy Idli Batter with &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/how-to-make-idli-batter-.-perfect-idli-batter-recipe-idlibatter-1736526443.jpg\" alt=\"How to make Idli batter . 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Perfect Idli Batter Recipe #idlibatter &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steam_the_Idlis\"><\/span>Steam the Idlis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/30113529\/pexels-photo-30113529.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Steam the Idlis\" title=\"Steam the Idlis\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Ahmed \u061c on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/traditional-turkish-coffee-brewing-on-coals-30113529\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Moccasin\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar-1736526401.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Sambar Recipe (Tiffin Sambar)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianhealthyrecipes.com\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Sambar Recipe (Tiffin Sambar)<\/a><\/strong> from Swasthi&#039;s Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Green beans, chana dal, urad dal, coconut, tamarind Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar-hotel-style-idli-sambar-recipe-1736526402.jpg\" alt=\"idli sambar recipe | tiffin sambar | hotel style idli sambar recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hebbarskitchen.com\/hotel-idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">idli sambar recipe | tiffin sambar | hotel style idli sambar recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Hebbar&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Chana dal, baingan, urad dal, coconut oil, potato Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCoral\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-hotel-style-tiffin-sambar-1736526403.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Sambar Recipe (Hotel Style Tiffin Sambar)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegrecipesofindia.com\/tiffin-sambar-recipe-sambar-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Sambar Recipe (Hotel Style Tiffin Sambar)<\/a><\/strong> from Dassana&#039;s Veg Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: Green beans, masoor dal, chana dal, arhar dal, okra Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Once your batter is ready, it&#8217;s time to steam those idlis! This cooking technique retains the moisture and keeps the idlis soft, making them a delightful treat. Watching them puff up as they cook is a sight to behold!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Idli batter (prepared in the previous step)<\/li>\n<li>Idli steamer or a large pot with a steaming rack<\/li>\n<li>Greased idli molds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The steaming method is what sets idlis apart from other dishes. It\u2019s a healthy way to cook without oil, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine. Each bite will be a fluffy cloud of goodness that melts in your mouth!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/why-sprinkle-water-on-idlis-it-prevents-the-steam-from-escaping-1736526456.jpg\" alt=\"Why sprinkle water on idlis? It prevents the steam from escaping.\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Mpo31yz03AA\" target=\"_blank\">Why sprinkle water on idlis? It prevents the steam from escaping.<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/how-to-steam-rice-idlis-1736526457.jpg\" alt=\"How to Steam Rice Idlis\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XE3ymibZQdA\" target=\"_blank\">How to Steam Rice Idlis<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-in-instant-pot-how-to-steam-idli-in-instant-pot-1736526457.jpg\" alt=\"Idli In Instant Pot | How to Steam Idli in Instant Pot\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LhCOFPD8s8Q\" target=\"_blank\">Idli In Instant Pot | How to Steam Idli in Instant Pot<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_the_Sambar\"><\/span>Make the Sambar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/11333302\/pexels-photo-11333302.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Make the Sambar\" title=\"Make the Sambar\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Brett Jordan on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/make-this-the-day-slogan-on-scrabble-pieces-11333302\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sambar-recipe-how-to-make-sambar-1736526408.jpg\" alt=\"Sambar Recipe, How to Make Sambar\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianhealthyrecipes.com\/andhra-sambar-recipe-how-to-make-south-indian-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sambar Recipe, How to Make Sambar<\/a><\/strong> from Swasthi&#039;s Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 50 min Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gainsboro\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/traditional-sambar-recipe-1736526409.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Sambar Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegrecipesofindia.com\/sambhar-recipe-a-method-made-easy\/\" target=\"_blank\">Traditional Sambar Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Dassana&#039;s Veg Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 45 min Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/south-indian-sambar-1736526410.jpg\" alt=\"South Indian Sambar\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rachelgurjar.com\/how-to-make-south-indian-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">South Indian Sambar<\/a><\/strong> from rachel gurjar &#8211;<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: 1 h 15 min Total Time: 1 h 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>The sambar is a rich, spicy lentil soup that perfectly complements the idlis. It\u2019s packed with vegetables and infused with a variety of spices, making it a burst of flavor in every spoonful. This dish is more than just a side; it\u2019s a delicious experience!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup of toor dal (split pigeon peas)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup of mixed vegetables (like carrots, beans, and potatoes)<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 tomatoes, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2-3 tablespoons of sambar powder<\/li>\n<li>Tamarind pulp (to taste)<\/li>\n<li>Salt to taste<\/li>\n<li>Mustard seeds and curry leaves for tempering<\/li>\n<li>Oil for tempering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sambar is not just a dish; it\u2019s a celebration of flavors! The combination of the lentils, vegetables, and spices creates a wholesome meal that is both hearty and satisfying. It\u2019s a staple in South Indian households and is loved for its versatility and ability to bring people together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/easy-tasty-sambar-recipe-how-to-make-sambar-sambar-1736526462.jpg\" alt=\"Easy &amp; Tasty Sambar Recipe\/ How To Make Sambar\/ Sambar\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zOJEc_3_Ng8\" target=\"_blank\">Easy &amp; Tasty Sambar Recipe\/ How To Make Sambar\/ Sambar<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/south-indian-sambar-recipe-quick-and-easy-sambar-1736526463.jpg\" alt=\"South Indian Sambar Recipe | Quick and Easy Sambar ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IYvo1d5_SSw\" target=\"_blank\">South Indian Sambar Recipe | Quick and Easy Sambar &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/quick-sambar-recipe-in-cooker-15-mins-multipurpose-1736526463.jpg\" alt=\"Quick Sambar Recipe in Cooker - 15 Mins | Multipurpose ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ji4bkE5qwI8\" target=\"_blank\">Quick Sambar Recipe in Cooker &#8211; 15 Mins | Multipurpose &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepare_the_Tempering\"><\/span>Prepare the Tempering<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Yellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar-1736526420.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Sambar Recipe (Tiffin Sambar)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianhealthyrecipes.com\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Sambar Recipe (Tiffin Sambar)<\/a><\/strong> from Swasthi&#039;s Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 35 min Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PeachPuff\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-hotel-style-tiffin-sambar-1736526421.jpg\" alt=\"Idli Sambar Recipe (Hotel Style Tiffin Sambar)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegrecipesofindia.com\/tiffin-sambar-recipe-sambar-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Idli Sambar Recipe (Hotel Style Tiffin Sambar)<\/a><\/strong> from Dassana&#039;s Veg Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: 50 min Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CornflowerBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar-hotel-style-idli-sambar-recipe-1736526422.jpg\" alt=\"idli sambar recipe | tiffin sambar | hotel style idli sambar recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hebbarskitchen.com\/hotel-idli-sambar-recipe-tiffin-sambar\/\" target=\"_blank\">idli sambar recipe | tiffin sambar | hotel style idli sambar recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Hebbar&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 40 min Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>The magic of sambar truly comes alive with the tempering! This simple process of frying mustard seeds and curry leaves in hot oil adds an aromatic finish that elevates the dish. It\u2019s the final touch that ties all the flavors together!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 tablespoons of oil<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon of mustard seeds<\/li>\n<li>A few curry leaves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tempering is a technique that enhances the taste and aroma of the dish. The sizzling mustard seeds and fragrant curry leaves create a mouthwatering aroma that will have everyone rushing to the kitchen! 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