Green Peas Sundal

A healthy and protein-rich South Indian snack made with dried green peas, spices, and coconut, perfect for festivals or evening snacks.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried green peas
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal
• Salt to taste
• A pinch of asafoetida
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 2 tsp oil
• 3 tsp grated coconut
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

For the Spice Powder

• 2 tsp channa dal
• 2 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2–3 dry red chillies

Method

1. Soak the dried green peas overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. Pressure cook the peas for 2 whistles. Drain excess water using a strainer. The peas should remain firm, not mushy.
3. To prepare the spice powder, dry roast channa dal, coriander seeds, pepper, cumin, and red chillies in a pan on low flame until aromatic and golden brown. Allow to cool and grind coarsely.
4. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, urad dal, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Let them splutter.
5. Add the boiled peas, turmeric powder, salt, prepared spice powder, and grated coconut. Mix well.
6. Serve warm as a healthy snack.

Notes

• Green chillies can be used instead of dry red chillies.
• Coriander leaves and green chilli paste can replace the spice powder for a variation.
• For kids, grated carrots and a few drops of lemon juice can be added for extra flavor.