Parippu Payasam Recipe (Moong Dal Sweet Pudding)

G GOWTHAM
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

· 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal (mung dal) – roasted lightly

· 3 cups full-fat milk (or coconut milk for vegan version)

· 3/4 cup jaggery, grated (adjust sweetness)

· 1/2 tsp cardamom powder

· 2 tsp ghee (clarified butter)

· 10–12 cashew nuts

· 10–12 raisins

Step-by-Step Preparation

1️⃣ Roast the Dal

· Heat 1 tsp ghee in a pan on medium heat.

· Add the moong dal and roast lightly until it turns golden and aromatic.

· Stir continuously to prevent burning.

2️⃣ Cook the Dal

· Add milk gradually and bring to a gentle boil.

· Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until the dal is soft and starts to thicken (about 15–20 minutes).

3️⃣ Add Sweetness

· Remove from heat.

· Dissolve grated jaggery in a little warm water and add it to the cooked dal-milk mixture.

· Stir well until the jaggery melts completely.

4️⃣ Flavor with Cardamom

· Sprinkle cardamom powder for the aromatic flavor typical of festive payasam.

5️⃣ Garnish with Nuts

· Heat remaining 1 tsp ghee in a small pan.

· Fry cashews and raisins until golden and plump.

· Add to the payasam just before serving.

Serving Tips

· Serve warm or at room temperature.

· Traditionally offered as prasadam to Lord Murugan during Thaipusam.

· Can also be refrigerated and served chilled for a sweeter, thicker consistency.

Pro Tip for Thaipusam 2026

· Some families add a few saffron strands for added auspiciousness and color.

· Keep the payasam free of onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian ingredients to stay true to satvik prasadam standards.

 

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