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Delicious Masoor dal Payasam served in a colorful traditional container.

Masoor dal Payasam | Masoor dal Kheer | sago payasam | Javvarisi payasam | dal kheer | navaratri recipe | paruppu payasam rich and flavourful Payasam/ kheer prepared with masoor dal, sago, and coconut milk. The pressure cooker makes it super fast. Perfect for any Indian festival, special occasion, party, etc.

Healthy payasam

When it comes to paruppu payasam, moong dal, and chana dal are frequently used for payasam, but this version, masoor dal is so delicious

Should I cook masoor dal in a pressure cooker?

For faster and more efficient cooking, I prefer cooking in a pressure cooker. Stovetop cooking might take longer, and a few dals might not cook well

Should I soak dal and sabudana

Sautéing dal and sabudana makes it aromatic and helps with proper cooking. Soaking is optional

Can I skip Saffron?

It is optional, but saffron makes the payasam so flavorful

Should I cook masoor dal and javvarisi in milk?

I would recommend cooking in water. Using milk might not cook well

Can I use evaporated milk for Payasam?

Yes, use 1 cup of evaporated milk instead of 1 + ¼ cup of milk. Make sure you dont boil for longtime

Should I filter jaggery?

if you are doubtful about impurities in the jaggery I would recommend filtering the jaggery water then add to the payasam else it might curdle.

Can I use regular milk?

Yes, you can replace regular milk with coconut milk. Regular or cow's milk; add only after boiling

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Ingredients

Pressure cook

¼ cup masoor dal

1 tablespoon sabudana

2 cups water

¼ teaspoon cardamom powder

saffron

To temper

1 tablespoon ghee

6 cashews

1 tablespoon chirongi seeds

1 tablespoon raisins

Payasam

1+¼ cup milk

½ cup jaggery

Delicious Masoor dal Payasam served in a colorful, traditional container for festive occasions.

How to make masoor dal payasam with step-by-step pictures

First, wash masoor dal and sabudana well

Masoor dal payasam served in a bowl, traditional Indian dessert.

Add ghee and heat

Furthermore add cashews and chirongi; roast till color changes

Cooking Masoor dal for traditional Masoor dal Payasam dessert.

Image of roasting nuts and spices for Masoor dal Payasam.

Add raisins; roast

Masoor dal payasam being prepared in a stainless steel pot with ingredients.

Roasting lentils and spices for Masoor dal Kheer preparation.

Roast masoor dal and sabudana on low flame for a minute

Masoor dal payasam served in a stainless steel bowl with a fine mesh strainer on top.

Pouring salt into Masoor dal Payasam in a stainless steel pot.

Cooking Masoor dal for traditional Masoor dal Kheer dessert.

Add water, cardamom powder, and saffron; boil

Water being poured into a pot with cooked masoor dal for payasam.

Delicious Masoor dal Payasam with cardamom powder, a classic Indian sweet dish served warm or chille.

Hand adding saffron to traditional Masoor dal Payasam in a stainless steel pot.

Pressure cook for 4 whistles

Traditional Masoor Dal Payasam served in a stainless steel vessel, highlighting authentic Indian des.

Add jaggery; boil well

Pouring masoor dal into a pot for making payasam or kheer.

Traditional Masoor dal Payasam served in a silver pot, rich and flavorful dessert.

Add coconut milk; mix well

Pouring coconut milk into a pot for Masoor dal Payasam or Kheer.

Creamy Masoor Dal Payasam served in a stainless steel pot, traditional Indian sweet dish.
Delicious Masoor Dal Payasam served in a decorative container for festive occasions.