Green Gram Payasam Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the green gram in water for 2 hours.
• STEP 2.Pressure cook the soaked green gram until it becomes soft and mushy.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, melt jaggery with water to make a syrup.
• STEP 4.Add the cooked green gram to the jaggery syrup and mix well.
• STEP 5.Add coconut milk and cardamom powder to the mixture and simmer for a few minutes.
• STEP 6.Garnish with roasted cashews and serve warm.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the green gram for at least 2 hours to ensure it cooks properly.
• Adjust the sweetness of the payasam by adding more or less jaggery according to your taste.
• You can also add a pinch of saffron strands for added flavor and aroma.

Storage and Serving

• Green Gram Payasam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the payasam before serving and garnish with fresh roasted cashews for added crunch.
• Serve the payasam as a dessert or as a sweet accompaniment to a meal.