Moong Dal Tadka — Easy & Authentic

Moong Dal Tadka is a nutritious and easy-to-make Indian lentil dish. Packed with protein and fiber, it's an excellent choice for a healthy meal.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup moong dal
• 4 cups water
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp ghee or oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Rinse the moong dal under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2Step 2: In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles until soft.
3. 3Step 3: In a separate pan, heat ghee or oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4Step 4: Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Then add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
5. 5Step 5: Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Mix in the cooked dal and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. 6Step 6: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: Soaking the dal for 30 minutes can reduce cooking time.
• Tip 2: Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies.
• Tip 3: Serve with rice or roti for a complete meal.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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