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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1/4 cup of moong dal
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of light brown sugar or jaggery
- 1/4 tsp of ground cardamom
- 1 cup of milk
- 2 tsp of cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbs of water or milk
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 585g | |
| Calories 1031 | |
| Calories from Fat 475 | 46% |
| Total Fat 56.17g | 70% |
| Saturated Fat 47.33g | 189% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium 158mg | 7% |
| Potassium 998mg | 29% |
| Total Carbs 130.49g | 35% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 119.56g | 80% |
| Protein 12.62g | 20% |
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