Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup channa dal

• 2 tsp fenugreek seeds

• 5 tbsp coriander seeds

• 16-20 red chillies 

• 1 tbsp desiccated coconut (Optional)

• Few dried curry leaves (Optional)

• 1/2 tsp asafoetida

• 2 tsp cumin seeds

Method:

1. Roast all the above ingredients without burning.
2. Let it cool down completely and make a coarse powder.

3. Store the sambar powder in the airtight container.