Secret to Perfect Gujarati Suki Moong Dal | Step-by-Step Guide| परफेक्ट गुजराती सूखी मूंग दाल

moong dal

🥗Healthier: split yellow lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are often more affordable and provide a similar texture.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Dried coriander is less expensive and has a longer shelf life.

Rinse moong dal under clean water three times until water runs clear.

Soak 1.5 cups of moong dal in water for 2 hours, then drain.

Prepare a paste of ginger, garlic, and green chilies and set aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium to high heat until hot.

Add mustard seeds; when they start to pop, add curry leaves and cover the pan to prevent splatter.

Once the aroma of curry leaves infuses the oil, add asafoetida (hing) and optionally dried red chilies.

Add the moong dal to the pan and roast it in the spices without water to avoid raw spice smell.

Add a little water to the dal and the spice paste to ensure nothing is wasted.

Add just enough water to cover the dal, ensuring it doesn't become soggy.

Check the seasoning by tasting the water; it should be slightly salty and spicy.

Cover the pan and cook on low flame for 5-7 minutes.

Stir the dal properly to check if it's cooked; it should break but not be mushy.

If needed, add a little water and cover again to cook for another 5 minutes.

Once cooked, ensure there is no excess water as the dish should be dry.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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