Ghee or Oil – 1 tablespoon
Mustard Seeds – 1 teaspoon
Dry Red Chili – 2
Curry Leaves – A few
Onion – 1 small, chopped
Tomato – 1 medium, chopped
Garlic – 2 to 3 cloves, mashed
Rice – 1/2 cup
Dal (Lentils) – 1/4 cup, soaked together with rice
Turmeric Powder – 1.5 teaspoons
Sambar Masala – 1.5 tablespoons
Salt – To taste
Grated Coconut – For garnish
Water – 2 1/4 cup