Navarathri Sundal Special Recipe |நவராத்திரி 9 வகை சுண்டல்|9 types of Sundal for Navarathri in Tamil

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pigeon peas

Black beans offer similar protein with fewer calories.

coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Shredded coconut is more accessible and still flavorful.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: fenugreek seeds

Fenugreek seeds provide a unique flavor at a lower cost.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Bell peppers add color and crunch without heat.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.

Boil chickpeas in fresh water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves; sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Add boiled chickpeas to the pan and mix well.

Stir in grated coconut and salt; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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