Quick Sweet Corn Sundal Recipe
Sweet Corn Sundal recipe is a delightful, delicious South Indian snack or side dish made from sweet corn kernels sautéed with a blend of spices and seasonings. Whether celebrating Navarathri or simply craving a wholesome snack, this quick and easy recipe offers something for everyone.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad Dal / Split black gram dal
- 2 Red chillies
- 2 Green Chillies
- a few Curry leaves
- Salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- Asafoetida / Hing a pinch
- 3 tablespoon Grated Coconut fresh, frozen or desiccated coconut
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper powder optional
- a few Coriander Leaves for garnish
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice if desired
Instructions
- Boil the fresh, sweet corn kernels in enough water with a little salt and turmeric. Once they are tender, drain the excess water and set the cooked corn aside.
- Heat oil in a pan or a kadai over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
- Add urad dal. Sauté until the dal turns golden brown.
- Add the dry red chillies, green chillies, curry leaves, a pinch of asafoetida. Saute and. Add black pepper powder if using.
- Add the boiled sweet corn kernels and stir well. Check and add salt according to your taste. Cook for two minutes.
- Finally, add the grated coconut and mix it in. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Squeeze in some lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves if desired.
- Sweet Corn Sundal is ready to serve. Enjoy it hot or at room temperature.
Notes
You can steam the sweet corn kernels instead of boiling them. If you are using frozen sweet corn, microwave it for 2 or 3 minutes instead of boiling it.
Adjust chillies and pepper powder to suit your spice level.
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