It’s Payasam Time. Payasam makes you nostalgic or reminds you of your grandmother, especially if you are a south Indian. It’s one of the most comforting desserts and is usually made on special and auspicious days. I personally love it for cold rainy days. So here is a vegan moong dal payasam recipe, packed with protein, the goodness of dry fruits, and lots of love.
Ingredients
- 50 g boiled moong dal
- 150 mL coconut milk
- 3 tbsp jaggery
- 3 g salt
- 1.5 tsp cardamom powder
- 2 tbsp sago pearls
- 1 tbsp roasted cashews
- Optional: 1 tbsp raisins
Instructions
- Boil the moong dal in 100 mL of water, then add coconut milk.
- Mix in jaggery and salt.
- Add the pre-soaked sago pearls.
- Cook the mixture well, and add in the cashews and raisins.
- Bring to boil once and turn off the heat.
Enjoy hot or cold!
– Recipe by Jayalakshmi Rai
