How to Make Sundal - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sundal is a popular South Indian snack that is often made during festivals and special occasions. It is a type of stir-fried dish made with legumes such as chickpeas, black-eyed peas, or green gram. Sundal is not only delicious and nutritious but also very easy to make, making it a perfect snack for any time of the day.

What makes Sundal special is its unique blend of flavors and spices. The dish is typically made by cooking the legumes with a variety of aromatic ingredients such as m...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon skinned split black lentils (urad dal)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 2 dried red chile peppers
  • 2 green chile peppers, halved lengthwise
  • ½ mango, grated
  • ½ cup fresh grated coconut
  • 1 sprig fresh curry leaves
  • 1 pinch asafoetida powder
  • salt to taste
  • fresh lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the chickpeas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; allow to soak for 8 hours or overnight. Drain.
  • Combine the chickpeas and 3 cups water in a large pot over medium heat; cook until the chickpeas are tender, but not yet mushy, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the urad dal, mustard seeds, and dried red chile peppers in the hot oil. When the seeds begin to splutter, add the chickpeas, green chile peppers, mango, coconut, curry leaves, and asafoetida powder; season with salt. Mix well and cook until completely heated, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Nutrition

    275 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 286mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 66mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 471mg