Vegan Sambhar Idli

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this *Vegan Sambhar Idli* recipe—an irresistibly fluffy and perfectly steamed South Indian idli paired with a rich, aromatic sambhar that's brimming with hearty lentils and fresh vegetables. This plant-based rendition of a classic dish features fermented rice and lentil batter transformed into pillowy idlis, complemented by a vibrant sambhar flavored with tamarind, curry leaves, and a blend of spices. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this wholesome and gluten-free meal is a delightful balance of taste and nutrition. Whether you're exploring vegan Indian recipes or looking to master a healthy flavor-packed dish, Vegan Sambhar Idli is sure to impress your taste buds and elevate your culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Idli Rice
• 1 cup Urad Dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Toor Dal (pigeon peas)
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind pulp
• 2 tablespoons Sambhar powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 cups Vegetables (carrot, drumstick, potato, tomato)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 5 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Soak 2 cups of idli rice and 1 cup of urad dal with 0.5 teaspoon fenugreek seeds separately in water for 4-6 hours.

Step 2

Drain the water and grind the urad dal and fenugreek seeds into a smooth batter. Repeat with rice until a fine batter is formed. Combine both batters, add 1 teaspoon salt, mix well, and let it ferment overnight in a warm place.

Step 3

For sambhar, rinse 1 cup of toor dal and cook in 3 cups of water until soft. You can use a pressure cooker or pot.

Step 4

In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds and when they splutter, add 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds, 0.25 teaspoon asafoetida, and 10 curry leaves.

Step 5

Add 2 cups of chopped vegetables like carrots, drumstick, potato, and tomato. Sauté for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 tablespoons sambhar powder, 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked toor dal and 2 cups of water to the vegetables. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

For idlis, grease idli molds and pour the fermented batter, filling halfway. Steam in an idli steamer for 15-20 minutes until firm.

Step 9

Serve hot idlis with sambhar on the side. Enjoy your Vegan Sambhar Idli!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2571.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2454.9

Total Fat 37.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5215.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 88.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 113.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 753.2mg	0%
Iron 29.7mg	0%
Potassium 6782.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.4%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 68.7%