Sweet corn sundal, with a coconut finish.

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Sweet corn sundal brings together the sweetness of corn, the bite of mustard seeds and a finish of grated coconut. Serve it warm in small bowls for an evening snack, or add it as a simple side to a South Indian meal. This version uses a light tempering so the corn remains the main flavour.

Ingredients

• 200 g sweet corn kernels
• 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon oil
• ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon split urad dal, optional
• 6–8 curry leaves
• 1 green chilli, slit or finely chopped; adjust to taste
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 teaspoons lemon juice, optional

Method

1. Cook the corn according to its pack directions until tender. Drain thoroughly so water does not dilute the tempering.
2. Prepare the coconut according to its pack directions. Keep the cooked corn and coconut ready before heating the oil.
3. Warm the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add the optional urad dal and stir until lightly golden.
4. Add the chilli and curry leaves carefully. Stir briefly, then add the drained corn and salt.
5. Toss until the corn is evenly coated and hot throughout. Add the prepared coconut, mix well and take the pan off the heat.
6. Taste and add lemon juice if you would like a sharper finish. Serve warm.

Make it your own

For a milder bowl, leave out the chilli and keep the mustard-and-curry-leaf tempering. For a more pronounced coconut flavour, add another spoonful after checking the texture. Add lemon gradually: a small amount brightens the corn without overpowering it.

Choose your ingredients

Vajraa Sweet Corn comes in 200 g, 500 g and 1 kg retail packs. Pair it with Vajraa Shredded Coconut in 200 g. A recipe quantity is the amount used in the dish, not necessarily the full pack.

A home-cooking idea to adapt to your taste. Timings are estimates and vary with your ingredients and equipment. Follow the preparation directions on each Vajraa pack; these are not the product’s manufacturing recipe.

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