Instant Sambar Powder Recipe | Hotel-Style Sambar Masala at Home 🍲✨

Instant Sambar Powder Recipe

Craving authentic hotel-style sambar at home? This Instant Sambar Powder makes it easy! A perfect blend of aromatic spices and lentils, this masala gives your tamarind sambar the same rich flavor and aroma found in South Indian restaurants.

Ingredients for Instant Sambar Powder (1 Cup)

• Toor Dal (Pigeon Pea) – ¼ cup

• Chana Dal – 2 tbsp

• Urad Dal – 2 tbsp

• Coriander Seeds – 1 cup

• Dry Red Chilies – 15–18 (adjust spice)

• Cumin Seeds – 1 tbsp

• Black Pepper – 1 tsp

• Fenugreek Seeds – 1 tsp

• Curry Leaves – 2 sprigs (sun-dried preferred)

• Turmeric Powder – ½ tsp

• Asafoetida (Hing) – ¼ tsp

• Oil – ½ tsp (for roasting)

Preparation Method

1. Roast the Dals – In a pan, dry roast toor dal, chana dal, and urad dal on low flame until aromatic. Remove and keep aside.

2. Roast Spices – Roast coriander seeds until golden, then dry red chilies until crisp.

3. Add Aromatics – Add cumin seeds, fenugreek, black pepper, and curry leaves. Roast gently until fragrant.

4. Mix Powders – Switch off the flame, then add turmeric powder and asafoetida. Mix well.

5. Cool Completely – Let all roasted ingredients cool to room temperature.

6. Grind to Powder – Grind everything into a fine, smooth powder.

7. Store Fresh – Keep in an airtight jar. Stays fresh for up to 2 months.

How to Use Instant Sambar Powder

• Add 2 tsp to tamarind-based sambar while cooking.

• Works perfectly in vegetable sambar, dal sambar, or hotel-style restaurant sambar.

• Can also be sprinkled lightly on rasam or lentil gravies for extra flavor.

Why Make Instant Sambar Powder at Home?

✅ Tastes exactly like hotel/restaurant sambar
✅ Fresh, preservative-free, and aromatic
✅ Saves time – no need for daily grinding
✅ Perfect for South Indian daily meals