Best Easy Paruppu Payasam Recipe

Paruppu Payasam is a creamy Indian rice pudding infused with cardamom, saffron, and topped with nuts. This beloved dessert is served at family celebrations, festivals, and religious occasions across India.

Cook 60 min Difficulty NORMAL 245 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • split moong dal 1 cup
  • milk 2 cups
  • water 2 cups
  • jaggery 1 cup
  • rice 2 tbsp
  • cashews 2 tbsp
  • raisins 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • ghee 2 tbsp
  • cardamom powder 1 tsp
  • saffron strands 1 pinch
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 39 g 64%
Protein 7 g 12%
Fat 7 g 24%
Serving size 160g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the split moong dal thoroughly and pressure cook it with 2 cups water and 2 tbsp rice for 20 minutes on medium heat, until soft and mushy.

  2. 2

    In a deep pan, melt 1 cup jaggery with 1/4 cup water over low heat, stirring until fully dissolved. Strain to remove impurities and set aside.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a small skillet, fry the cashews and raisins over medium-low heat until cashews turn golden and raisins plump. Remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Combine the cooked dal and rice in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add milk and simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes until thick and creamy.

  5. 5

    Add the jaggery syrup to the dal-milk mixture and cook for 5 minutes on low heat; add cardamom powder, saffron, and half the fried nuts. Stir gently. Serve garnished with remaining nuts and saffron.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The central ingredient in Paruppu Payasam is split moong dal, which provides a creamy texture and mild, nutty flavor. Milk and jaggery also play major roles, blending richness and sweetness to create the authentic taste of this Indian pudding.
Q. What is the most critical cooking step for perfect Paruppu Payasam?
Simmering the cooked dal with milk over low heat while stirring frequently is crucial. This controls the thickness, prevents scorching, and ensures the pudding develops a smooth, creamy consistency.
Q. How do you prevent the payasam from turning gritty or lumpy?
To maintain a silky texture, ensure the dal is pressure cooked until very soft, then simmer the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly. Adding jaggery only after the dal-milk mixture is thick helps avoid curdling and lump formation.
Q. What's the nutritional breakdown per serving?
Each 160g serving contains approximately 245 kcal, with 39g of carbohydrates (64%), 7g protein (12%), and 7g fat (24%), making Paruppu Payasam a sweet treat that is mostly carb-based and suitable for festive occasions.
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