INGRIDENTS

For panakam

Jaggery – 1/2 cup

Water –  2 cup

Black pepper corn –  3 to 4 crushed (optional)

For vadapappu

Split yellow moong dal – 1/2 cup

METHOD

• For panakam : Add grated jaggery to 2 cups of water and let it dissolve. Strain the liquid to a serving bowl.
• Add the crushed black pepper powder and mix. If the panakam is too sweet, add more water.
• For vadapappu : Wash moong dal and soak for one hour and drain completely.
• Offer to god as naivedyam or prasadam on any festival.

SUGGESTIONS

For savory vadapappu, add 1 finely chopped green chilli, 1 tbsp freshly grated coconut and salt to taste.