Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tsp

Lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 cup

Green Moong Dal

whole

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

4 sprig

Coriander Leaves

chopped

1 unit

Green Chilli

slit

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

1 tbsp

Ghee

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 unit

Tomato

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Soak green moong dal in 3 cups of water for at least 1 hour.

Step 2
~4 min

Add ghee to the pressure cooker and heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add ginger, tomatoes, and green chilies and saute for a few seconds.

Step 4
~4 min

Add soaked green moong dal, salt, turmeric powder, garam masala, and water.

Step 5
~4 min

Cover the pressure cooker and cook until you hear 3-4 whistles.

Step 6
~4 min

Simmer the heat to low and continue to cook for another 10 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 8
~4 min

Open the pressure cooker and stir in the chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice.

Step 9
~4 min

To make the Tadka, heat ghee in a small kadai.

Step 10
~4 min

Add cumin seeds and red chilies and allow them to crackle.

Step 11
~4 min

Once crackled and roasted, turn off the heat.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the tadka to the cooked green moong dal.

Step 13
~4 min

Stir well.

Step 14
~4 min

Check salt and spice levels and adjust to taste.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve hot with Phulkas, Boondi Raita, and Kachumber Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the dal helps it cook faster and more evenly.

Adjust the amount of chilies to suit your spice preference.

Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the tadka for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dal can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium (pressure cooker whistles)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Phulkas or rice.

Serve with a side of raita and salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Boondi Raita
Kachumber Salad
Phulkas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in North Indian cuisine, often served in dhabas (roadside restaurants).

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weekday meal
family dinner
comfort food

Popularity Score

65/100

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