PATTANI SUNDAL / DRIED GREEN PEAS SALAD WITH COCONUT

Dried peas, a small but nutritionally mighty member of the legume family, are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fibre. Not only can dried peas help lower cholesterol, they are also of special benefit in managing blood-sugar disorders since their high fibre content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal.

Fibre is far from all that dried peas have to offer. Dried peas also provide good to excellent amounts of five important minerals, three B-vitamins, and protein—all with virtually no fat. As if this weren't enough, dried peas also feature isoflavones (notably daidzein). Isoflavones are phytonutrients that can act like weak estrogens in the body and whose dietary consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of certain health conditions, including breast and prostate cancer.

This recipe is another authentic and traditional sundal.

Best to serve with rice or can be taken as evening time healthy snacks. 

Ingredients : 

• 1 Cup Pattani / Dried Green Peas 
• 1/4 Cup Grated Coconut 
• 1 Tablespoon Ginger 
• 1/4 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder 
• 1/4 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds 
• 2 Dried Red Chilli 
• Curry Leaves 
• Salt to taste 
• 2 Tablespoon Coconut Oil 

Method : 

1. Soak Pattani / dried green peas overnight 
2. Pressure Cook the soaked peas with some salt and turmeric for 2 whistles 
3. Drain and set aside
4. Temper mustard, dry red chilli and curry leaves in coconut oil 
5. Add finely chopped ginger and saute for a minute
6. Add the cooked peas and remove from heat 
7. Add grated coconut and mix well 
8. Serve hot