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A bowl of traditional Ulundu Paal made with urad dal, country jaggery, coconut milk, and roasted nuts, served warm as a healthy South Indian breakfast.

Ulundu Paal Recipe | Traditional Urad Dal Milk Recipe

This Ulundu Paal Recipe is a traditional South Indian drink made with urad dal, country jaggery, coconut milk, and cardamom. Creamy, mildly sweet, and comforting, it's perfect for breakfast or as a warm evening drink.
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Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: south indian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Urad Dal 60 g, washed and soaked for 1 hour (overnight preferred)
  • 200 ml Water
  • 1 cup Country Jaggery 60 g, adjust to taste
  • ½ cup Coconut Milk 30ml
  • A pinch Cardamom Powder
  • A pinch Salt
Optional Garnish
  • ½ tbsp Ghee
  • 1 tbsp Cashews chopped
  • 1 tbsp Almonds chopped
  • 1 tbsp Raisins

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker
  • thick bottom pan
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Method
 

  1. Wash the urad dal thoroughly and soak it for at least 1 hour. I prefer soaking it overnight for a softer texture.
  2. Drain and pressure cook the soaked urad dal for 1 whistle. Allow the pressure to release naturally.
  3. Mash the cooked urad dal until smooth and keep it aside.
  4. Heat 200 ml water in a thick-bottomed pan. Add the country jaggery and allow it to melt completely.
  5. Add the mashed urad dal to the jaggery syrup and mix well until there are no lumps.
  6. Cook on medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring continuously.
  7. Pour in the coconut milk and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Add a pinch of cardamom powder and salt. Mix well.
  9. (Optional) Heat ghee in a small pan and roast the cashews, almonds, and raisins until golden. Add them to the Ulundu Paal.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Fresh coconut milk gives the best flavor and creamy texture.
You can also prepare a non-sweet version by skipping the jaggery.
A pinch of dry ginger powder (sukku) adds warmth, enhances the flavor, and is traditionally used to support digestion.