Paruppu Payasam Recipe

Paruppu payasam or moong dal kheer is a festive staple in South Indian homes. The fragrance of roasted cashews and raisins in ghee is bound to make your mouth water. Learn how to prepare this famous Indian dessert from Geeta Sridhar.

Paruppu Payasam Recipe
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Cook jaggery in a pan. Add some water once the jaggery starts exuding moisture.

Once fully melted, add the lentils gradually, and stir.

Slowly, add a mixture of milk and coconut milk. Raise the flame slightly and allow the mixture to come to a boil.

Before switching off the gas, season with cardamom powder.

Roast cashew nuts and raisins in ghee and pour over the payasam.

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