Moong Dal Sundal Recipe (Pasi Paruppu Sundal)

Moong Dal Sundal, also called Pasi Paruppu Sundal, is a light and healthy South Indian snack made for Navratri. It's an easy to make recipe and does not need any soaking like other sundal varieties making it a quick option. It is mildly spiced and topped with coconut, making each bite satisfying.

This snack is a healthier alternative to fried snacks. It's often prepared during festivals and special occasions. It's rich in protein and fiber, helps with digestion and keeps you full for longer. Whether as a snack between meals or a light side dish, it's an excellent way to enjoy something tasty and nutritious.

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• Moong Dal Sundal Ingredients
• How to make Moong Dal Sundal Step by Step
• Expert Tips
• Serving and Storage
• FAQS
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About Moong Dal Sundal

Moong Dal Sundal is a traditional snack made with simple pantry ingredients. It's commonly made in South India for Navaratri. The texture is soft with a slight bite, which makes it easy to eat and enjoy.

It has a mild flavor, and the tempering adds the dish a warmth flavor. It's a light dish that's quick to make, making it perfect for any time of the day.

This dish is made with simple and healthy ingredients, making it both nutritious and easy to prepare. This delightful snack recipe requires no fancy ingredients. It works well as a snack or a side dish with your meals.

We don't have the custom of keeping kolu so I am here with the sundal recipes for navaratri. Paasi Paruppu Sundal is very easy and simple to make but the trick part here is to cook moong dal perfectly without mushing it.

This is a versatile recipe that can be easily customized to your taste preferences. You can adjust the spice level to your liking or even add other ingredients like roasted peanuts or vegetables for variation.

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Moong Dal Sundal Ingredients

• Moong dal - This is the key ingredient of the dish. It's high in protein and fiber, perfect for a soft, tender texture. 
• Grated coconut - Adds sweetness and a texture to the dish. It gives healthy fats and enhances the overall flavor and helps balance the spices.
• Oil - Used for tempering, I have used regular cooking oil.
• Mustard seeds - Mustard seeds is added while tempering, let it crackle completely before adding other spices.
• Urad dal - I always use split urad dal for tempering. Urad dal adds crunch to the sundal.
• Red chillies - Red chillies adds spice. You can replace it with green chillies too.
• Curry leaves - Curry leaves is added for flavour and taste.
• Hing - Hing adds flavour and aids in digestion.
• Salt - to taste and balance the flavours.

How to make Moong Dal Sundal Step by Step

1.To a pan add ½ cup moong dal, dry roast until golden and nice aroma comes. Rinse it well and bring back.

2.Add it to the pan along with salt to taste and water till 1 inch above immersing level.

3.Cook in low medium flame.

4.Cook until it becomes soft but should have a bite. Do not overcook, it should not be mushy. Once cooked, drain water and set aside.

5.To the same pan heat 1 tablespoon oil, ½ teaspoon mustard seeds let it splutter. Then add ¼ teaspoon urad dal, 3 red chillies, a small sprig curry leaves and a pinch of teaspoon hing.

6.Give a quick saute.

7.Add cooked moong dal along with little salt.

8.Give a quick saute.

9.Add 4 tablespoon grated coconut.

10.Give a quick saute and switch off.

Serve hot or warm!

Expert Tips

• Roasting moong dal - Roasting the dal before cooking adds a deep, roasted flavour and a crunchy texture to the dish, so do not miss this step. Rinse it after roasting.
• Cooking time - The dal should be soft but not mushy. It should retain its shape while being soft still has a bite. This is the trickiest part of this sundal.
• Water - After cooking, strain the excess water and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
• Lemon juice - You can add little lemon juice just before serving which adds a tangy flavor that enhances the overall taste.
• Roasted peanuts - Adds extra crunch and protein to the dish.
• Spice level - You can add a pinch of red chili powder or chopped green chilies to the tempering for more spice.
• Freshness - A little bit of fresh cilantro or mint can add a refreshing flavor to the sundal.

Serving and Storage

You can serve this Moong Dal Sundal warm as an evening snack or side dish for meals.

You can store it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the fridge for up to 1-2 days but is best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture.

FAQS

1.Can I make this sundal ahead of time?

It's best enjoyed fresh either hot or warm. But you can prepare it ahead of time, heat it and serve hot.

2.Can I use other types of lentils for this recipe?

While moong dal is ideal, you can try with chana dal, black chana, white chana, green moong for a different taste.

3.What can I serve with this sundal?

It pairs well with tea, coffee, or as a light snack with meals.

4.Can I add vegetables to moong dal sundal?

Yes, you can add finely chopped vegetables like grated carrots or onion for extra taste and texture.

5.How can I make it vegan?

This recipe is already vegan. Use plant-based oil for tempering.

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