Step 1: Wash and soak the Dal for 10-15 minutes (optional but recommended)
Step 2: In a pressure cooker, add the Dal and 500ml water
Step 3: Pressure cook for 15 minutes or until 3 whistles
Step 4: Once cool, open the pressure cooker and blend the dal mixture to a smooth consistency
Step 5: Cut the vegetables (pumpkin, potatoes, drumsticks) into cubes. Boil them, along with the sambar onions, separately in 500ml water until they are cooked but still firm.
Step 6: Add the cooked dal and Magic Mixx (from the packet) to the boiled vegetables (retaining the boiled water)
Step 7: Simmer the sambhar for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 8: Add fresh corainder for garnish
Tip: Adjust consistency to your liking by adding hot water