2 tbsp light cooking oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
6-7 fresh curry leaves
1 tsp finely chopped garlic
1 tsp finely chopped ginger
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp sambhar masala
1/4 tsp red chilli powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 tsp tamarind paste
1.5 cups toor/yellow lentils, boiled till tender
water, as needed
salt, to taste