Hesaru Bele Payasa (Moong Dal Kheer)
A traditional Karnataka-style Hesaru Bele Payasa made with moong dal, rich coconut milk, jaggery, and fragrant cardamom. It is a classic sweet dish prepared for festivals and poojas.
Steps
- Roast the moong dal with a tablespoon of ghee until fragrant and golden.
- Cook the roasted dal with water until soft and thoroughly cooked.
- Melt the jaggery with a splash of water and simmer to form a syrup.
- Combine the cooked moong dal with the jaggery syrup and stir well.
- Add the coconut paste, milk, and coconut milk, simmering gently on low heat.
- Finish by stirring in cardamom powder and remaining ghee before serving warm.
