Idli Sambhar Casserole(South Indian Split Pea stew Semolina bread bake)

For the sambar stew

• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 6 curry leaves fresh or frozen or dried
• 2 dried red chilies such a large cayenne or Indian
• 1/2 cup toor dal - split pigeon pea or use moong dal (petite yellow lentils) or masoor dal( split red lentils)
• 1/4 cup quinoa, optional
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tomato chopped
• 1 cup chopped veggies such as carrots peppers green beans
• 2 tsp ground coriander, preferably dry toasted on a skillet until fragrant
• 3 tsp Sambar masala see notes for substitute
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 1 tbsp tamarind chutney or tamarind pulp
• 2.5 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the rava idli

• 2 tsp oil
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon chopped ginger
• 1 green chili chopped
• 10 curry leaves , fresh, frozen or dried
• 3 tablespoons chopped raw cashews or peanuts
• 1/2 cup rava/sooji (coarse semolina)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1/3 cup Non Dairy Yogurt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup water

Garnish

• lemon juice, cilantro for garnish