Saturday, October 11, 2008

Mungdal Payas ( Kerala dish)

Pressure cook dhuli mung dal with little deshi ghee( optional) till soft. Add gur to taste, chopped cashew nuts,kishmish and finely chopped copra. Stir and cook on low heat till gur dissolvs and it is well mixed, adding a little water as necessary. Add enough thick coconut milk till it looks milky and creamy. Serve either hot or cold. It can be eaten with puris also.
Suggest: use ready made coconut milk.
Variation: Add boiled vermicelli (Bambino is good)
Milk or cream may be added just before serving.