Trying to Conceive Recipe
Snacks
Sundal with cooked sprouted moong
A South Indian steamed and tempered snack made with thoroughly cooked sprouted moong, mustard seeds and curry leaves. Provides plant protein and fibre and can form part of a balanced diet while trying to conceive.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Portions
- 4
- Easy
- Trying to conceive
- Preparing for pregnancy
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Quick and easy
- Fibre-rich

Make this recipe
Ingredients
For 4 portions. Tick items as you go — nothing is changed for anyone else.
This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.
Method
- Step 1. Rinse the sprouted moong well, then steam or boil in fresh water for 8–10 minutes until completely soft and cooked through — sprouts must always be cooked, not eaten raw.
- Step 2. Drain the cooked sprouts well.
- Step 3. Heat the oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and urad dal and fry until the dal turns golden.
- Step 4. Add curry leaves and dried red chilli, then the cooked sprouts, and toss over the heat for 2–3 minutes.
- Step 5. Season with salt, stir through the grated coconut, and serve warm.
Allergens for your selection
No declarable allergens in the ingredients as currently selected.
Ingredient brands and substitutions can change allergen content. Always check the labels on the products you buy.
