Iyengar Sambhar Masala , Authentic Recipe | Delight Food

Introduction: The Timeless Taste of Iyengar Cuisine

At DelightFoods ,we believe food is memory, heritage, and celebration. The Iyengar tradition of Tamil Nadu reflects this perfectly — balanced flavors, temple culture, and authentic cooking methods. Among these, Iyengar Sambar Masala Powder stands out as a signature spice blend.

What is Iyengar Sambar Masala ?

Iyengar Sambar Masala is a roasted spice blend of coriander, red chilies, lentils, fenugreek, curry leaves, and turmeric. It is milder and more aromatic than generic sambar powders, offering a temple-style flavor.

Iyengar Puliyodharai (Tamarind Rice) Recipe

Ingredients:

• Cooked rice – 2 cups (ponni raw rice preferred)
• Tamarind – lemon-sized ball (soaked, pulp extracted)
• Delight Food Iyengar Sambhar Powder – 2 tbsp
• Sesame oil – 3 tbsp
• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Curry leaves – handful
• Dry red chilies – 2
• Asafoetida – pinch
• Jaggery – 1 tsp
• Salt – to taste

Instructions:

1. Soak tamarind, extract pulp, and filter seeds/fiber.
2. Heat sesame oil. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, red chilies, and asafoetida.
3. Add tamarind extract, jaggery, salt, and Sambhar Powder. Simmer until oil separates.
4. Mix paste with cooked rice until every grain is coated.

Direct Answer: To make authentic Iyengar Puliyodharai, prepare tamarind past
with spices and Sambhar Powder, then mix with cooked rice.

Iyengar Sakkarai Pongal Recipe

Ingredients:

• Raw rice – 1 cup
• Moong dal – ¼ cup (lightly roasted)
• Jaggery – 1 cup (grated)
• Water – 3 cups
• Ghee – 4 tbsp
• Cashews – 10
• Raisins – 10
• Cardamom powder – ½ tsp
• Edible camphor – tiny pinch (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook rice and roasted dal in water until soft and mushy.
2. Melt jaggery in water and strain impurities.
3. Add jaggery syrup to rice-dal mix. Stir continuously, add cardamom powder.
4. Fry cashews and raisins in ghee, add to Pongal, and mix well.

Direct Answer: To make temple-style Iyengar Sakkarai Pongal, cook rice and dal mix with jaggery syrup, flavor with cardamom, and finish with ghee-roasted nuts.

Health Benefits of Iyengar Cooking

• Tamarind aids digestion and is antioxidant-rich.
• Moong dal is light, protein-rich, and easy to digest.
• Spices in Sambhar Powder improve gut health and metabolism.
• Sesame oil and ghee add healthy fats.

Direct Answer: Iyengar Sambar Masala is healthy because roasted spices support digestion, immunity, and natural flavor without additives.

Why Choose DelightFood's Iyengar Sambhar Powder?

• Authentic temple-style ratios — balanced and mild
• Versatile use across sambar, rasam, puliyodharai, and kootu
• Small-batch roasting for freshness
• Ethically sourced, trustworthy preparation

FAQs – Iyengar Sambar Masala

What is special about Iyengar Sambar Masala ?
It uses temple-style spice ratios, less chili, and more aroma.
Can I use it for rasam?
Yes, many Iyengar households use the same blend for rasam.
How do I store it?
Keep in an airtight jar, cool and dry place. Shelf life: 3 months.
Is it spicier than regular sambar powder?
No, it is milder but more aromatic.
Where can I buy authentic Iyengar Sambar Masala ?
You can purchase it from DelightFoods for traditional taste.

Conclusion: Tradition Served with Authenticity

At DelightFoods , our goal is to bring authentic Iyengar flavors into your home. From the tang of Puliyodharai to the sweetness of Pongal, our Iyengar Sambar Masala is the bridge between tradition and your modern kitchen.