Introduction
Moong Masoor Ki Dal When a perfect combination of taste and health is needed, only one name comes to mind in our kitchen – moong masoor ki dal. I am [your name or blog name], and welcome to Food of Mood Veg! Here you will find only vegetarian recipes that fill not just the stomach, but the heart too.
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Step by step recipe of moong masoor dal
To make moong masoor ki dal, first of all we will take 1 cup of green moong dal. First of all we will wash the green moong dal by rubbing it with 2 to 3 waters so that its dirt is removed properly.
After washing it properly, we will add water to it and soak it for 30 to 40 minutes. Similarly, we will wash the masoor dal by rubbing it with 2 to 3 waters and keep it in water for 30 to 40 minutes. This process has to be done beforehan
After keeping it for 30 to 40 minutes, now to make it, first of all we will place a vessel on the gas and keep the flame of the gas on medium.
After placing the vessel, we will put the green moong which was soaked in water in it and also put the masoor which was soaked in it.
After putting both the dals, now we will put We will add 4 cups of water
After adding 4 cups of water, we will add salt according to taste, you can add salt according to your taste
After adding salt, we will add 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder so that the color of the dal comes out good. We will also add 1 teaspoon red chili powder so that our dal becomes a little spicy. More chili will be added later
After adding red chili powder, we will add 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon dry mango powder for a little sourness. After adding all these, we will mix it and leave it to cook well.
Till then, we will prepare the masala for tempering the dal.
How to make Moong Masoor Dal Tadka.
To make the Tadka for Moong Masoor Dal, first of all we will put a non-stick pan on the gas and add 2 teaspoons of mustard oil in it. After adding the oil, we will heat it a little.
After the oil is heated a little, we will add 1/4 asafoetida in it so that the dal gets flavored and asafoetida also helps in digestion. After adding asafoetida, we will add 1 teaspoon of chopped ginger.
Along with this, add 5 to 6 round red chillies. If you do not have round red chillies, then you can add long dried chillies.
After adding the red chillies, we will add 1 medium sized onion after chopping it and mix it well.
Once mixed well, we will also add 1 finely chopped green chilli to it. Along with this, we will also add 1 medium sized tomato after chopping it and 1 teaspoon red chilli powder. After adding these, we will mix it well.
After mixing it well, we will cook it well for 2 minutes. After cooking it well for 2 minutes, add salt as per the taste and mix it well.
We do not cook the Tadka too much because we have to add the Tadka to the dal to make it tasty. That is why we do not cook the Tadka too much.
Now our Tadka is ready. So now we look at the dal. We had already soaked the dal for 30 to 40 minutes. So we will not have to cook it too much.
So our dal is also cooked well. So we will add the Tadka that we have prepared to it. As soon as we add it, we will cover it so that its aroma mixes well with it and it gives a unique taste.
So now after the aroma comes well, we will remove the lid and mix it well with the dal. So now our Moong Masoor Dal is ready. It looks very beautiful.
You must try this recipe at home, you will like it a lot. Now let’s serve it.
Serve Monang Masoor Dal
Main Ingredients of Moong Masoor Dal:-
• 1 cup green moong dal
• 1 cup masoor dal
• 4 cups water
• Salt to taste
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp mango powder
Ingredients for Tempering
• 2 tsp mustard oil
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 1 tsp chopped ginger
• 5 to 6 round red chillies (or dried red chillies)
FAQ QUESTION
1. Why should moong masoor dal be cooked together?
Ans:- The combination of moong and masoor dal is perfect in taste as well as for health. Moong dal is light and easily digestible, while masoor dal has more iron and protein. Mixing both and making a balanced and nutritious meal is obtained – good in taste and also healthy!
2. Does moong masoor dal help in weight loss?
Ans:- Yes, moong dal helps in weight loss. It is high-protein and fiber-rich, which makes you feel full for a long time. It reduces unnecessary cravings. If you take it without any snacks or with light snacks, it becomes a diet-friendly option.
3. How to make Moong Masoor dal more tasty?
If you want the taste of dal to reach the next level, you can add a tadka of Desi ghee to it – along with cumin, asafoetida, garlic and dried red chillies. A little green coriander and lemon juice also make the flavour of dal fresh and tangy. Simple tips, but taste guaranteed!
