FarmFresh Drumsticks are tender, flavorful, and packed with essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamin C. Widely used in South Indian and Ayurvedic cooking, drumsticks are known for their ability to boost immunity, support digestion, and add a unique taste to dishes. With their mildly sweet, earthy flavor and fibrous texture, they are ideal for sambhar, curries, and stir-fries. FarmFresh ensures that each piece is freshly harvested, clean, and ready to cook—bringing both health and traditional taste to your table.
 
Dish: Drumstick Sambhar (South Indian Lentil Stew)
Ingredients:
500g drumsticks (cut into 2–3 inch pieces)
1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
1 medium onion (sliced)
1 medium tomato (chopped)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt to taste
2 tbsp tamarind pulp
2 tsp sambhar powder
Fresh coriander (for garnish)

For Tempering:
1 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
2 dry red chilies
A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
Few curry leaves

Method:
Cook Dal: Pressure cook toor dal with turmeric and water until soft. Mash and set aside.
Cook Drumsticks: In another pot, boil drumstick pieces with onions, tomatoes, and salt until they soften.
Add Dal & Tamarind: Pour the mashed dal into the pot. Add tamarind pulp and sambhar powder. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
Temper: Heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin, red chilies, hing, and curry leaves. Let them crackle.
Finish: Add tempering to the sambhar. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Serve hot with steamed rice and a dollop of ghee for a comforting, protein-rich meal.