🇮🇳 Indian

Tirunelveli Duck Sambar

Name: Tirunelveli Duck Sambar
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 64 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 600 g, jointed Duck

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tirunelveli cooking — Tirunelveli Duck Sambar brings a rara touch with a classic sambar finish. About 64 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 50 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Tomato2, chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Duck600 g, jointed

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Asana sambar // Asana sambar recipe in Tirunelveli style // Church famous asana sambar at home · on YouTube