Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
The lighter payasam — roasted mung with jaggery and coconut milk; the traditional temple sweet that digests better than rice kheer.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Dry-roast split mung until aromatic, cook soft, melt in jaggery and finish with coconut milk and cardamom.
Classical Provenance: South Indian temple tradition.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- cardamom and ghee-fried cashews
- coconut milk finish (Kerala style)
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: diabetes (jaggery, moderation)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Mung payasam
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/2 cup (125g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/2 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 148 kcal | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 4.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 20.9 g | 26.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 2.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | 16.8 g |
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 7.7 g |
| Calcium | 18.0 mg | 22.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.23 mg | 2.79 mg |
| Magnesium | 34.0 mg | 42.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 67.4 mg | 84.2 mg |
| Potassium | 323 mg | 404 mg |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 7 mg |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 0.66 mg |
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Manganese | 0.14 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Selenium | 6.7 µg | 8.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.3 mg | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 32.2 µg | 40.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.7 µg | 2.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.05 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.28 mg | 0.35 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 3.5 µg | 4.3 µg |
| Choline | 2.6 mg | 3.2 mg |
