Kerala Sambhar

Soak tamarind in warm water for 45 minutes

Clean toor dal. discard the water

In pressure cooker, add dal, turmeric and water. pressure cook until done

Mash dal. keep it aside

Heat oil in a pan, add dals and fenugreek seeds. saute until brown

Add coriander seeds, dry red chillies, shallots/onion and curry leaves. mix

Add coconut and saute until golden brown

Allow to cool completely

Pressure cook vegetables for 1 whistle with little water and 1/4 tsp turmeric

Grind cooled mixture with water to smooth paste

Add dal, tamarind water, ground paste, tomatoes, salt, bhendi to cooked vegetables

Bring to boil, simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes

Heat oil in a small pan. add hing and splutter mustard seeds

Add dry red chillies and curry leaves. saute for 2-3 seconds.

Add coriander leaves seasoning to sambhar. mix well.

Serve hot with rice/idli/dosas etc