Mixed Grain Sundal

Mixed grain sundal is a nutritious South Indian dish typically made with a combination of lentils and grains such as chickpeas and black-eyed peas. It is not only delicious but also wholesome, packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. The combination of different grains adds a unique texture and flavor to the dish, making it a popular choice for a healthy snack or side dish.

Mixed Grain Sundal

Recipe by S Kamala
Course: Sides, SnacksCuisine: Indian, TamilDifficulty: Easy
Servings

5

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes

Recipe for Mixed Grain Sundal with Whole Gram (Kondai Kadalai), White Dry Peas (Pattani), and Mochai Kottai

Ingredients

  • Grains
  • Whole Gram (Kondai kadalai) – two to three tablespoons

  • White dry peas (Pattani) – two to three tablespoons

  • Mochai Kottai – two to three tablespoons

  • Cow Gram (Karamani) – two to three tablespoons

  • Horse Gram (Kollu) – two to three tablespoons

  • Green Gram (Pachai payaru) – two to three tablespoons

  • For Seasoning
  • Red Chillies – 3 to 4

  • Curry leaves – few

  • Coconut gratings – 2 tablespoon

  • Oil – 1 teaspoon

  • Mustard – 1/2 teaspoon

  • Asafoetida – a pinch

  • Salt – 1 teaspoon

Directions

  • Soak all the specified grams, except for the Green Gram, in water for a minimum of 8 hours. Soak the Green Gram separately for the same duration.
  • Pressure cook the grams (excluding Green Gram) with a pinch of salt for two to three whistles. Afterwards, drain any excess water and set aside.
  • Cook the Green Gram separately in an open pot or for one whistle in a pressure cooker.
  • Heat oil in a kadai, and when hot, add mustard seeds. Once they start popping, add broken red chillies, asafoetida powder, and curry leaves. Sauté briefly.
  • Then, stir in the coconut gratings and fry until golden. Next, incorporate the cooked grams with a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly.
  • Finally, garnish with a tablespoon of fresh coconut gratings.

Notes

  • The combination of the grains listed in the ingredients put together should be approximately two cups.

4 Comments

  1. I love any and all sundal.
    This looks mouthwatering!!

  2. Hi Jennifer,

    It is my favourite too. Healthy and filling.

  3. Happy ganesh chaturthi to you & your family dear 🙂
    Pooja looks Divine….What a lovely spread .
    Soup 'N Juice Event is going on in my blog.Please do participate in it.

  4. Thank you sireesha. I will participate in Soup 'N' Juice event. All the best.

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