Sparshita Saxena , NDTV, Modified:
Oh, what will our life be without a steaming bowl of sambar? A quintessential accompaniment to idlis, vadas, and dosas - sambhar has essentially been a favourite among those living in the southern part of the nation and gradually traveled across the country to become one of India's most loved dishes. Although, one can find varied versions of sambhar throughout India, the authentic tinge of the dish remains ubiquitous.
The genesis of the dish remains disputed and legends have different stands on this. The Maratha legend holds sambar to have taken birth in the royal kitchen of Thanjavur Marathas where the king's court named the novel recipe after their guest, the Maratha emperor, Sambhaji. Other sources link sambar's origins to Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Whatever the past may be, the present holds a strong and undisputed love for sambar in every Indian's heart. For those with an indomitable spirit to cook this marvelous recipe, we bring you our top 5 sambar recipes - from the classic to those with a twist.
Sambar
Recipe by Niru Gupta
The age old favourite, here's the classic sambar recipe. Yellow lentils cooked in a broth of masalas, curry leaves and fresh veggies.
Brinjal Sambar
Recipe by Niru Gupta
The vintage sambar recipe revamped with a fresh addition of brinjal. Treat yourself with something new.
Buttermilk Sambar
Recipe by Aditya Bal
Give your regular sambar curry a creamy twist. Brinjal and lady finger cooked with the soothing flavour of buttermilk.
Arachu Vitta Sambhar
Recipe by Aditya Bal
An integral part of the Onam festivities, this one is an authentic sambar curry made with a concoction of various dals, drumstics, coconut and tamarind.
Microwave Sambar
Recipe by Niru Gupta
Cut yourself some slack and skip the stove cooking altogether! Here's how you can cook it in a microwave.
