Diabetes-Friendly Moong Dal and Coconut Laddus Recipe for Diwali

DR. RASHMI GR , MBBS, Diploma in Diabetes Management

Ingredients: Moong Dal Powder (1 cup), Grated Coconut (½ coconut), Dates Paste (2 tbsp), Coconut Oil (1 tbsp), Dry Coconut (½ cup), Sesame Seeds (½ cup), Dry Dates Powder (1 tsp), Cardamom Powder (¼ tsp).

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Roast & Powder: Dry roast and powder the moong dal.

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Roast Ingredients: Roast dry coconut until golden, and sesame seeds until they pop.

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Make Paste: Blend grated coconut and dates paste into a smooth mixture.

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Cook & Cool: Heat coconut oil, add the paste, cook until golden, then let it cool.

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Mix Ingredients: Combine moong dal powder, ground paste, roasted coconut, sesame seeds, dry dates powder, and cardamom powder.

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Shape Laddus: Shape into small laddus and store in an airtight container.

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