{"id":12689,"date":"2020-07-27T13:52:44","date_gmt":"2020-07-27T08:22:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/superduper-kitchen.com\/?p=12689"},"modified":"2026-03-16T12:08:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T06:38:07","slug":"tiffin-idli-sambar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/superduper-kitchen.com\/index.php\/2020\/07\/27\/tiffin-idli-sambar\/dadpinfo\/","title":{"rendered":"Tiffin \/ Idli Sambar"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tiffin Sambar, as the name suggests, is traditionally paired with tiffin items such as Idli, Dosa, Vada, and Pongal. In my opinion, the best Tiffin Sambar is served at Annapurna Gowrishankar Hotel in Coimbatore, while the Sambar at Saravana Bhavan in Chennai is also highly praised. There are numerous variations of Sambar, each unique to different households. However, Tiffin Sambar is specifically designed to complement tiffin dishes and does not pair well with rice. It is especially delicious with mini idlis.<\/p>\r\n

When making Tiffin Sambar, I often find myself with extra idlis. A wonderful way to enjoy them is by making mini idlis and soaking them in the Sambar. This combination is truly divine, and I’ve included a picture of Sambar Idli to give you a visual idea.<\/p>\r\n

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Dals to Use<\/h2>\r\n

In this recipe, I use moong dal, but you can also use toor dal for making Tiffin Sambar. Some prefer to use a combination of moong dal and toor dal for a balanced flavour.<\/p>\r\n

Vegetable Choices<\/h2>\r\n

For the best Tiffin Sambar, shallots are recommended as they enhance the flavour. If shallots are unavailable, onions can be used instead. It is best to avoid vegetables like lady’s finger and brinjal. Instead, use commonly preferred vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and beans. You can also add sweet pumpkin or red pumpkin for a touch of sweetness, though I personally prefer to use these in regular Sambar rather than in Tiffin Sambar.<\/p>\r\n

Sambar Powder and Tamarind<\/h2>\r\n

Using homemade Sambar powder is crucial for achieving the authentic flavour and taste. The quality of your Sambar powder significantly impacts the final dish. When preparing Tiffin Sambar, use a minimal amount of tamarind to maintain the right balance of flavors.<\/p>\r\n

Enjoy this flavorful Tiffin Sambar with your favorite South Indian snacks, and feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste preferences.<\/p>\r\n

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Tiffin \/ idli Sambar<\/h2>\n
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Tiffin \/ idli Sambar as the name denotes, it is always paired with tiffin recipes like Idli, Dosa, Vad, Pongal. According to me the best tiffin Sambar is sever in Annapurna Gowrishankar hotel, Coimbatore. Also the Chennai people love the Sambar in Saravana Bhavan hotel. There are so many varieties of Sambar that differs in each household. But this tiffin \/ idli sambar doesnt taste good with rice. It always pairs with tiffin recipes easpecially with mini idli.<\/span>
<\/div>Whenever a tiffin sambar is made, I have some extra idlis. We can also make mini idlis and soak it in the tiffin sambar. These sambar idlis taste really divine. Here I am attaching the pic of Sambar Idli.<\/span>
<\/div>Dals to be used<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
<\/div>I have used Moong dal in the recipe. <\/span>
<\/div>We can also use Tur dal to make tiffin Sambar.\u00a0<\/span>
<\/div>Some people use half moong dal and half tur dal.<\/span>
<\/div>To make perfect tiffin Sambar\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
<\/div>Use shallots in the sambar that enhances the flavour. If you donot get shallots, use Onions.<\/span>
<\/div>Avoid using lady's finger, brinjal.The most commonly used vegetables are Carrot, Potato, Beans.<\/span>
<\/div>We can also add sweet pumpkin or Red pumpkin. This gives sweetness to the sambar. But personally I donot like to use it while making tiffin Sambar though love to use it in normal Sambar.<\/span>
<\/div>I have used homemade Sambar powder. This plays an important role in giving the flavour and taste. So the taste depends on the sambar powder you use.<\/span>
<\/div>For making Tiffin Sambar, use very little tamarind. This is another important point in making perfect Tiffin Sambar.<\/span>
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<\/div><\/strong><\/a>Chinna Vengaya Vathakuzhambu<\/strong><\/a><\/span>
<\/div><\/strong><\/a>Murungai keerai Molagootal<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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Prep Time <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Cook Time <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Total Time <\/span>35 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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Course <\/span>Side Dish<\/span><\/div>
Cuisine <\/span>Indian, South Indian<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Servings <\/span>4<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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