Firstly wash and soak the dal for 30 minutes

Discard the water and add a 1:3 ratio of water, a pinch of turmeric powder, and a drop of oil

Pressure cook for 4 whistles and let the pressure release naturally

Add oil and heat

Furthermore, add coriander seeds, chana dal, urad dal, cumin seeds, red chilli, and fenugreek seeds; saute till color changes

Add coconut and saute for 1 minute

turn off the stove and add water; cool

grind sambar masala

Add water and mixed vegetables; bring to boil

Furthermore, add turmeric powder and tomato; cover and cook for 5 minutes

Add tamarind water and jaggery; cover and cook for 5 minutes

Furthermore, cooked dal, ground masala, salt, and water; boil for 10 minutes

In a small tadka pan add oil and when the oil is hot add mustard seeds; splutter

Furthermore add curry leaves, red chilli, and asafoetida; mix well

Transfer to the sambar; mix well