How to Make Moong Dal - A Step-by-Step Guide

Moong dal, also known as mung bean or green gram, is a highly versatile and nutritious ingredient that is a staple in many South Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines. It is a type of small, green legume that is packed with protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients, making it a popular choice for vegetarian and vegan diets.

Moong dal is commonly used to make a variety of dishes such as soups, stews, curries, and even desserts. One of the most popular ways to prepare moong dal is in t...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups moong dal (split husked mung beans)
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon diced jalapeno chile pepper
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • 3 teaspoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
  • ½ dried red chile pepper
  • 1 pinch Asafoetida
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Rinse the dal, checking for any debris; add to saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water. Allow to soak for 30 minutes.
  • Bring dal, water, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until beans are very tender and mixture has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Add more water, if necessary, to prevent drying out. Stir in ginger, jalapeno pepper, tomato, lemon juice, and turmeric.
  • Heat oil in a small saucepan and add cumin seed and red chile pepper. When pepper is heated, add Asafoetida powder and garlic. Stir mixture into split peas and add cilantro; mix well.
  • Nutrition

    330 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 667mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 129mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1143mg