Moong Dal Payasam is a delicious dessert made up of moong dal, ghee, coconut milk, jaggery and cashews. It's perfect for an after-meal snack or as a dessert. Tap to read!
Half cup moong dal, soaked and drained, two tbsp ghee, one cup water, one cup coconut milk, three fourth cup Jaggery, a pinch of salt, one tsp cardamom powder, one tbsp ghee, one fourth cup cashew nuts, ghee roasted.
Make Jaggery Syrup
Dissolve jaggery in two tbsp water, filter the syrup, and set it aside for use later.
Roast Moong Dal
Heat ghee, add moong dal, roast till golden and fragrant, and stir well so that it gets evenly roasted, for the perfect flavour and texture.
Cook the Dal
Add water and coconut milk and stir well. Cook thoroughly and mash the dal using the back of a ladle.
Add Jaggery Syrup and Flavorings
Pour jaggery syrup, whisk continuously, bring to a boil then add salt and cardamom powder. Cook for five minutes.
Rest and Serve
Turn off the heat, add ghee, cover with a lid, and rest for 5-7 minutes. Garnish with roasted cashews, and serve hot.
Information credits
This recipe is sourced from the food website of celebrity Chef Ranveer Brar, which offers delicious homemade recipes. You can make alterations to this recipe as per your needs and taste.