Arachu vitta sambar is a spice powder mix used to make sambar. The word "Arachuvitta" is a typical Tamil word which means to grind . Literally this means spices are ground freshly and added to the tamarind dhal mixture. Here is the spice powder recipe which can be made well ahead and stored for quick use..
Ingredients:
Coriander seeds -- 4 tbsp
Dry grated coconut -- 2 tbsp
Channa Dhal -- 2tbsp
Red chillies -- 2 to 3
Oil -- 1 tsp
Method:
- Heat a pan with oil.
- Add Channa Dal , coriander seeds and red chillies and fry till it turns golden brown in colour.
- Allow to cool.
- Add coconut and grind to a coarse powder
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
How to use the powder :
Prepare sambar as per this method or your usual method : http://chutneys-sumathi.blogspot.com/2008/07/sambar-pigeon-pea-cooked-in-tamarind.html and instead of adding the regular sambar powder add this spice powder and allow to boil. Yummy delicious sambar is ready..
