STEP 1. In a preheated pan, add 1 tbsp ghee, 12 broken cashew nuts. Roast on medium to low heat to turn golden brown evenly. Turn off the heat. Keep it aside.
STEP 2. In a pan, dissolve ½ cup jaggery in ¼ cup water on low heat.
STEP 3. When dissolved, add ½ cup of pressure cooked green moong dal, ½ tsp cardamom powder and 1 cup coconut milk.
STEP 4. Bring to a brisk boil for about 3 to 4 minutes for the flavours to combine and seep into the moong dal.
STEP 5. When scum forms on the top it indicates that it is ready. Taste and add a little more jaggery if required.
STEP 6. At this stage sprinkle a few strands of saffron to give flavour to the payasam.
STEP 7. Lastly add the roasted cashew nuts and ghee to the pan, give it a stir and turn off the gas. Payasam is ready.
Nutrition value
199
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat8 g Protein39 g Carbs3 g FiberOther
Current Totals
< 1 g Fat
8 g Protein
39 g Carbs
3 g Fiber
MacroNutrients
Carbs
39 g
Protein
8 g
Fiber
3 g
Fats
Fat
1 g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
17 mg
Iron
1 mg
Vitamin A
41 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
1 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
34 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin E
0 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
82 mg
Manganese
1 mg
Phosphorus
158 mg
Selenium
17 mcg
Zinc
1 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment