Flavorful Sambharo (Indian Spiced Cabbage Salad) Recipe
Hello dear food lovers! Today, I'm going to share a recipe that will work wonders in your kitchen: Sambharo! This Indian spiced cabbage salad is a rich option in terms of flavor and texture. Believe me, once you try it, you won't be able to resist. Plus, it's gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free! If you're ready, let's get started!
- 1/2 head green cabbage (thinly sliced or shredded, 2 cups)
- 1 medium carrot (grated or thinly chopped)
- 1 golden beet (peeled and grated or thinly chopped)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (thinly sliced, optional)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced fennel (or other optional vegetables)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon brown or black mustard seeds
- 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 10 to 12 curry leaves (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 lemon zest
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 425 grams canned lentils (drained)
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- chopped cilantro
- more lemon juice
Prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the cabbage, grate the carrot and beet. At the end of all this work, you'll have a wonderful burst of color, you'll see!
Heat the oil in a large pan. Throw in a few mustard seeds and when they start to sizzle, add all the other seeds.
Add the green chilies, curry leaves, and garlic. Cook until the garlic turns golden, but be careful not to burn it!
Once the garlic is nicely browned, add the grated beet and a bit of salt. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water and cook while stirring.
Add the turmeric, then add the cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables. Cook while mixing well. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice.
Drain the lentils and cook them as you like: in a pan, oven, or air fryer. Come on, crispy lentils are on the way!
Garnish your cabbage salad with crispy lentils and serve. You can also try it as a taco or with yogurt on the side.
Flavorful Sambharo (Indian Spiced Cabbage Salad) Recipe Cooking Tips
It's important to check the lentils occasionally while baking, or they may dry out too much. Try Sambharo as a taco, it's amazing!
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