Spiced Verkadalai Sundal | Peanut Sundal with Freshly Ground Masala

Verkadalai Sundal is a traditional South Indian snack made from boiled peanuts, seasoned with aromatic spices and fresh coconut. Commonly prepared during festivals like Navaratri and Vinayaka Chaturthi, it is both nutritious and flavorful. The dish combines the earthy taste of peanuts with the subtle heat of green chilies, the crunch of mustard seeds, dals and the freshness of grated coconut, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Rich in protein and fiber, Verkadalai Sundal serves as a wholesome snack or prasadam, symbolizing simplicity and health in South Indian cuisine.

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Ingredients for making Verkadalai Sundal

Peanuts / Verkadalai - 3/4 cup
Urad Dhal - 2 tsp.
Channa Dal - 1/2 tsp.
Red Chillies - 2

Green Chillies - 2
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp.
Grated coconut - 1 tbsp.
A sprig of Curry Leaves
A pinch of Asafoetida
Salt as required.

Method for making Verkadalai Sundal

1. Soak peanuts overnight or atleast for 8 hours. Then pressure cook the peanut by adding a pinch of turmeric powder and required salt.

2. Dry roast the 1 tsp of Urad dal and channa dal along with 1 red chilli.

3. Next grind this along with a tbsp of grated coconut.

4. Heat oil in a kadai add mustard seeds, urad dhal allow it to crackle. Then add a pinch of asafoetida, curry leaves, green chillies and red chillies saute for a minute.

5. Next add the boiled groundnuts and mix well.

6. Now add the ground mixture and saute well till it gets blended well with the sundal.

Verkadalai Sundal is ready to be served with any variety rice recipe.