Pachai Payaru Sundal | Navratri Recipes
Pachai Payaru Sundal aka Green moong dal sundal is a simple stir fry using hydrated whole moong beans, fresh coconut and a simple tempering. It is an ideal Neivedyam for Navratri Golu.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Pachai Payaru whole green moong dal 3/4 c
- Freshly grated coconut 1/4 c
- Green chili 1 to 2
- Ginger 1/4" piece
- Curry leaves a few
- Salt to taste
- Oil 1 tbsp
- Mustard seeds 1 tsp
- Urad dal 2 tsp
- Asafoetida perungayam a small pinch
Instructions
- Soak the dal in enough water for 4 to 6 hours.
- Drain thoroughly.
- Wash once. Add about 3-4 c of water and enough salt and pressure cook for 3 to 4 whistles.
- Let pressure release on its own.
- Drain the water from the dal completely.
- Pulse together 1/4 inch piece of ginger, 1 to 2 green chilies and freshly grated coconut in a blender. Do not add any water while grinding.
- Heat a pan with oil. Add asafoetida. Pop the mustard and add the urad dal. Once dal browns, add curry leaves.
- Now, add the moong dal and mix well.
- Now, add the ground coconut mixture to the moong dal and mix well.
- Serve hot.
For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes
Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.
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