Dry Moong Dal Recipe | مونگ دال | मूंग दाल रेसिपी | Yellow Lentil Recipe

moong dal

🥗Healthier: split yellow peas

💰Cheaper: split lentils

Split yellow peas are often less expensive and provide similar texture.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is a more common herb and can be used in place of cilantro.

Rinse 3 cups of moong dal under cold water until the water runs clear.

Drain the moong dal after rinsing.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder and sauté for a few seconds.

Add chopped onion and sauté until it changes color, about 5-7 minutes.

Add 2 chopped green chilies and 1 teaspoon of ginger paste; sauté for a few seconds.

Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of cumin powder; sauté for 1 minute.

Add the rinsed moong dal to the pan and mix well with the spices.

Add about half a cup of water to the mixture.

Cover the pan and cook on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Check the dal after 5 minutes; it should be cooked perfectly with each grain separate.

Add 1 teaspoon of garam masala and salt to taste; mix well.

Serve the moong dal with chutney and optionally with onions and tomatoes.

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