Chickpea Sundal

Chickpea Sundal is a vibrant South Indian snack that’s as healthy as it is delicious! Perfect for festivals or a quick protein-packed treat, this dish features tender chickpeas simmered in a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chili, with a delightful hint of fresh coconut. Infused with the tangy zest of lemon juice and garnished with chopped coriander, it’s a mouthwatering blend of earthy, spicy, and zesty flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, this vegan and gluten-free recipe makes for an ideal savory snack or light side dish. Try Chickpea Sundal for a wholesome, flavorful bite that’s sure to satisfy! Keywords: Chickpea Sundal, South Indian recipes, vegan snack, protein-packed dish, coconut chickpea stir-fry.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup chickpeas
• 0.25 cup grated fresh coconut
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon urad dal
• 1 whole dried red chili
• 0.25 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 1 whole green chili
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped coriander

Directions

Step 1

Soak chickpeas in enough water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

Step 2

Drain the soaked chickpeas and rinse them well.

Step 3

Cook chickpeas in a pressure cooker with a pinch of salt and enough water for 4-5 whistles until they are cooked and tender but not mushy. Alternatively, cook them in a pot until soft, which might take longer.

Step 4

Drain the cooked chickpeas and set them aside.

Step 5

In a pan, heat oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 7

Add urad dal and fry until they turn golden brown.

Step 8

Break the dried red chili into pieces and add it to the pan along with asafoetida and curry leaves.

Step 9

Slit the green chili lengthwise and add to the pan, sautéing for a minute.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked chickpeas to the pan. Mix well to combine the flavors.

Step 11

Stir in the grated coconut, mixing thoroughly with the chickpeas.

Step 12

Season with salt to taste and cook for another 2-3 minutes on low heat.

Step 13

Turn off the heat and add lemon juice, mixing well.

Step 14

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander before serving.

Step 15

Serve warm as a snack or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(340.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	734.4

Total Fat 40.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1212.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 23.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153.5mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1063.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 40.0%