In the inner pot of the Instant pot add 1 cup of Moong Dal or Split Yellow Lentils. Along with this add in 1.5 cups of water.

Close the Instant pot and set the pressure knob to the sealing position. Select the pressure cook mode and set 5 mins in high pressure. Once the Instant Pot goes off. Do a quick release by turning the knob from sealing to the venting position. Open the IP and mash the Dal well. Transfer to another bowl and set the dal aside.

Clean the Inner pot and place it again. Turn on the Ip in Saute Mode. Add in Oil or Ghee. Once the oil heats up add in the Mustard seeds, let it splutter. Then add in Cumin seeds and Fenugreek seeds. Also, add in the Hing Green Chilli, Dry Red chili, Garlic pods, and Curry leaves. Saute everything together for a nice aroma.

Next, add in the chopped onions and cook till soft.

And then add in the chopped tomatoes and cook till they are mushy.

Now add in the cooked and mashed dal. Combine everything.

To this add in the Sambar Powder, Turmeric powder, and the required Salt.

Check the sambar for salt and spice add if anything is needed. Close the Instant Pot and select the pressure cook mode and, set 2 mins in high pressure. Once the Instant Pot goes off. Do a quick release by turning the knob from sealing to the venting position.

Instant pot Tiffin Sambar is now ready. Garnish the sambar with chopped Cilantro and serve hot with Idli or Dosa.