Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Green Moong Dal

roasted

0.5 cup

Carrot

peeled and chopped

0.5 cup

Green Beans

chopped

0.5 cup

Cabbage

chopped

0.5 cup

Green Peas

fresh or frozen

2 tbsp

Coconut

grated

1 tsp

Ginger

grated

1 tsp

Turmeric Powder

3 unit

Dry Red Chilies

1 unit

Bay Leaf

1 tbsp

Cumin Seeds

1 tbsp

Ghee

1 tsp

Salt

3 cup

Water

0.25 tsp

Cumin Seeds

0.25 tsp

Mustard Seeds

0.25 tsp

Fennel Seeds

0.25 tsp

Kalonji Seeds

0.25 tsp

Fenugreek Seeds

Step 1
~5 min

Soak moong dal in warm water for 30 minutes.

Step 2
~5 min

In a pot, cook the soaked moong dal with water until tender.

Step 3
~5 min

Add turmeric powder, bay leaf, salt, carrots, green beans, cabbage, and green peas to the pot.

Step 4
~5 min

Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 5
~5 min

Dry roast cumin seeds and dry red chilies for 1 minute. Let them cool.

Step 6
~5 min

Grind the roasted spices into a powder.

Step 7
~5 min

Heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, kalonji seeds, and fenugreek seeds.

Step 8
~5 min

After 15 seconds, add grated ginger and cook for 1 minute.

Step 9
~5 min

Add the cooked dal and vegetable mixture to the pan and mix well.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Add grated coconut, mix, and turn off the heat.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve Oriya Style Moong Dalma with rice and Oriya Style Ghanta Tarkari.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roasting the moong dal enhances its flavor.

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.

You can add other vegetables like potatoes or eggplant.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice or roti.

Serve with a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ghanta Tarkari
Rice
Roti

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Oriya (Odisha), India

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Oriya cuisine, often prepared during festivals and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festivals
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Family Dinner
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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