Sooyan

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1

Indulge in a flavorful and nutritious Sooyan recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

6 hours

Cook

45 min

Ready In

7 hours 45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

588

Sugar

75g

Fat

12g

Sooyan is a popular dessert in South India, which is traditionally made during festivals and special occasions. The dessert is made using urad dal, channa dal, rice, and jaggery, along with cardamom powder and grated coconut to add flavor and texture. This tasty dessert can be served to your guests after a scrumptious meal or can be relished as a snack whenever you crave something sweet and crunchy.

Instructions

1.	Wash and soak urad dal and rice together for 6 hours in water.
2.	In another vessel, soak the channa dal for 2 hours.
3.	Grind all the dals into a thick batter.
4.	Add the grated jaggery, cardamom powder and grated coconut into the batter and mix well.
5.	Add the chopped cashews.
6.	Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and deep fry until golden brown.

PROS

Sooyan is a perfect blend of sweet and crunchy flavors that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

The dessert is rich in protein and iron, thanks to the urad dal and channa dal.

This recipe does not require any artificial sweetener as it uses jaggery, which is a healthier alternative to sugar.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried, and excessive consumption may lead to weight gain and other health issues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sooyan can help boost energy levels and regulate blood sugar levels due to its low glycemic index.
Channa dal is an excellent source of fiber, which can support healthy digestion.
Urad dal is a great source of protein, which can help maintain healthy muscles and tissues.

	1/2 cup rice
	1/2 cup Urad Dal
	3 cups channa dal
	10 1/2 cups jaggery
	2 teaspoons cardamom powder
	2 tablespoons cashew nuts
	oil ( to deep fry )
	2 cups fresh grated coconut