Sambhar Powder
£ 3.50
Gluten free
Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly
100% natural
Hand packed in UK
Sambar or Sambhar powder is an interesting South Indian spice mix. It has a nutty flavour due to the addition of Channa dal and Urad dal. The chillies, mustard and fenugreek seeds give the spice mix an overlay of spicy and earthy flavours.
Across southern India, Sambhar powder is typically prepared at home by roasting the whole spices and grinding them down into a fine powder – a process we follow closely. This allows for customisation, with each cook adjusting the proportions and spice levels according to their own preferences.
Across different regions in Southern India, you’ll find that this curry powder varies slightly. For example, a Tamil Nadu-style sambhar spice mix might feature a stronger presence of black pepper, while Karnataka-style sambhar spice mix may incorporate specific local spices.
This curry powder is used to make a traditional Sambar – this dish is often described as a cross between soup and dhal. This Indian spice blend also provides a great base flavour to a multitude of dhals and Indian soups. Learn about lentils here.
Additionally, you can add to vegetable curries, stir-fries and various rice preparations, infusing them with a delicious, characteristic taste.
This product was lucky enough to be featured in the bestseller by Delia Smith: ‘How to Cheat at Cooking’ on page 142, where she makes Dhal Curry.
Includes
Ingredients
Channa Dal Urad Dal Red Chillies, Crushed Coriander Seeds, Whole Cumin Seeds White, Whole Mustard Seeds Brown, Whole Fenugreek Seeds, Whole Turmeric Root, Ground Black Peppercorns, Ground
Gluten free
Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly
100% natural
Hand packed in UK