Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a pressure cooker. Once the oil is hot fry 3 teaspoons coriander seeds, 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1/8 teaspoon methi seeds, 1 tablespoon chanadal, 4-6 dried red chilies. Fry till golden brown. Now add 1/4 cup toor dal and saute for 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. Reserve the oil in the same cooker.

Once cooled down, grind the fried ingredients into a thick paste. Add just enough water to make a paste.

Now heat the reserved oil again i the same cooker. temper with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Add shallots, chopped tomatoes and chopped bell peppers. Saute for 2 minutes. Add turmeric powder and saute well. Add the tamarind extract and mix well.

Add the ground masala and mix thoroughly. Add 2 cups water and required salt. Mix well and close the cooker. pressure cook for 10 minutes or up to 4 whistles. Once the pressure is released check the consistency of sambar. If it is too thick for your liking add 1/4-1/2 cup water and bring to a boil. Add cilantro leaves and serve sambar with rice or idli.

For idli- take a boil mix all ingredients (rava,salt,curd)

And at the end add eno powder mix it. In idli stand brush out oil. And bake for 5-6 mint. Your idli is ready.