Are you tired of your homemade sambar tasting bland and lacking flavor?

Look no further, because this one simple trick will elevate your sambar game!

The secret lies in the spices, specifically the use of freshly roasted and ground spices.

Toasting the spices brings out their natural oils and intensifies their flavor.

You can use a spice grinder or mortar and pestle to grind the spices to a fine powder.

Another key ingredient is tamarind, which adds a tangy and sour note to the sambar.

Soak the tamarind in warm water and extract the pulp for a more authentic taste.

Don't forget to add a pinch of asafoetida, also known as hing, for a unique and savory flavor.

Lastly, tempering the sambar with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies adds a final burst of flavor.

With this simple trick, your homemade sambar will taste just like the ones served in your favorite South Indian restaurant!