After a long time, I am excited to share a collection of 20 best sambar recipes for rice. In South India, sambar is a staple side dish for rice, and we South Indians can’t imagine a meal without it. Whether it’s at home or in hotels, sambar is a must-have in our lunch menu, followed by rasam, kara kuzhambu, vatha kuzhambu, and more.
Each household has its own standard sambar recipe, and I, too, use my MIL’s homemade sambar powder for the best taste and aroma. While some people opt for store-bought sambar powders like Sakthi, Aachi, or MTR, I prefer the homemade version as it brings out the authentic flavors. However, if you choose store-bought sambar powder, remember to adjust the spice levels based on the brand you use.
In this collection, I’ve compiled nearly 20 varieties of sambar for rice, each with its unique taste and preparation. Some of the sambar varieties include mixed vegetable sambar, basic sambar with drumstick, sambar without vegetables, sambar without dal, Tamil Brahmin-style sambar with freshly ground spices, Pongal sambar with 7 country vegetables, different types of keerai (spinach) sambar, Kerala sambar, and even a sambar recipe for making bisibelebath.
I encourage you to explore this diverse selection of sambar recipes for your lunch menu. Don’t forget to try your favorites and share your feedback with me. Enjoy the delightful flavors of these sambar varieties with rice and make your mealtime even more special!
Below is a glimpse of some of the sambar recipes included in the collection:
- Basic Sambar Recipe Adding Drumstick: A perfect Tamil Nadu-style sambar using a traditional recipe.
- Radish Sambar | Mullangi Sambar: Learn a secret tip to make radish sambar aromatic and delicious.
- Lady’s Finger Sambar | Vendakkai Sambar Recipe: Enjoy a simple and yummy sambar with fried lady’s finger.
- Pongal Sambar | 7 Vegetable Sambar for Pongal Festival: Try this festive sambar made with 7 different country vegetables.
- Sorakkai Sambar | Bottle Gourd Sambar Recipe: Discover an interesting sambar using sorakkai/bottle gourd.
- Arachuvitta Sambar – Tamil Brahmin Style Sambar: Delight in the aroma of freshly roasted and ground spices in this sambar.
- Cabbage Sambar | Muttai Kose Sambar: Try this unique sambar recipe with the goodness of cabbage.
- Cluster Beans Sambar | Kothavarangai Sambar: This family favorite sambar helps remove the bitterness of cluster beans.
- Mixed Vegetable Sambar in a Pressure Cooker: An easy one-pot sambar recipe with mixed vegetables, perfect for busy days.
- Keerai Sambar: Enjoy a nutritious sambar made with Amaranthus variety keerai.
- Kerala Sambar Without Coconut | Onam Sadya Sambar: Relish a simple and delicious sambar from Kerala’s Onam Sadya menu.
- Varutharacha Sambar | Kerala Sambar with Coconut: Experience the rich flavors of this Kerala-style sambar with freshly roasted spices and coconut.
- Kerala Ulli Sambar: A simple and yummy sambar variety perfect for rice, idli, and dosa.
- Mango Sambar: Celebrate the mango season with this tangy and flavorful sambar.
- Drumstick Leaves Sambar | Murungai Keerai Sambar: Embrace the health benefits of drumstick leaves in this delicious sambar.
- Sambar Without Vegetables | Onion Sambar: Learn to make a delicious onion sambar when you’re out of vegetables.
- Palak Sambar | Pasalai Keerai Sambar: Enjoy a healthy and tasty sambar made with spinach.
- Ponnanganni Keerai Sambar | Good for Eyesight: Try a nutritious sambar made with Ponnanganni keerai, beneficial for eyesight.
- Pumpkin Sambar | Parangikai Sambar: Relish the mildly sweet taste of pumpkin in this healthy and flavorful sambar.
- Sambar for Bisibelebath: Explore a different method of making bisibelebath with separate preparation of sambar and rice.
I hope you enjoy trying these diverse and delicious sambar recipes for your lunchtime enjoyment. Don’t hesitate to leave your valuable feedback after trying them out. Happy cooking!