Sambhar (curried lentils)

A delicious melange of lentils, spices, vegetables and coconut!

1/2 cup Arhar (Tur) dal
1 tsp turmeric
Salt to taste
Small walnut sized piece of seedless tamarind
2 cups finely chopped assorted vegetables such as okra, eggplant, zucchini, radish, cauliflower
40 fresh curry leaves, divided
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tbsp Sambhar powder
1/4 cup frozen shredded coconut, thawed
2 tbsp ghee or coconut oil
1/2 tsp black mustard seeds
2 dried red chilies
A pinch of asafoetida (hing), optional
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small cooking onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander

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