BUTTERY MOONG DAL WITH GARLIC AND CUMIN
This a basic mung bean dal, meant to be a simple everyday Indian meal with rice and chapati, or a side dish as part of a larger meal. The wonderful buttery flavor is obtained from the technique called tarka, which means spices sizzled in ghee, added to the pot at the end of the cooking process. Whirl the dal in a blender for a velvet-smooth texture. You could serve it as is, with the texture of a thick vegetable purée, or thin it with a little water and serve it as a soup. Other legumes such as red lentils or yellow split peas may be used instead.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put dal, turmeric and salt in a large soup pot, add 7 cups water and bring to a gentle boil, stirring.
- Turn heat very low and cover pot with lid slightly ajar. Check pot and stir frequently, as the dal has a tendency to boil over in the beginning. Skim off and discard any foam that rises. Cook for about 45 minutes, until quite soft. Taste and adjust salt. For a smooth, velvety consistency, purée dal in a blender, then return to pot. If you prefer some texture, just beat with a whisk for a minute or two. (If dal is very thick, thin with a little water.)
- Make the tarka: Heat ghee in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin, chile and garlic and cook until cumin is fragrant and garlic is lightly colored, about 1 minute. Add shallot and continue cooking until shallot is softened, about 1 minute more. Pour contents of skillet into pot and stir into the dal.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or individual soup bowls. Sprinkle with a pinch of garam masala or red chile powder and/or serve with basmati rice, if desired. Dal may be made in advance, refrigerated and reheated (it will solidify when chilled and need thinning). Cool to room temperature before refrigerating. It will keep 2 to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 55, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 121 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
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Masecha Khotle
[email protected]This moong dal is a great way to use up leftover dal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Adv Luthfar Rahman
[email protected]I've made this moong dal several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.
daniel majestic
[email protected]This moong dal is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food. I especially love it on a cold winter day.
Islam Mahi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of moong dal, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful. I especially love the addition of garlic and cumin. It really adds a lot of depth to the dish.
Mariah Habib
[email protected]This is the best moong dal recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and creamy. I love the addition of garlic and cumin. It really takes the dish to the next level.
Iano Kim
[email protected]I made this moong dal last night and it was fantastic! The flavors were incredible and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Mubashir Butt
[email protected]This moong dal is delicious! The garlic and cumin add a nice depth of flavor, and the dal is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and a side of yogurt, and it was a hit with my family.
Mian Aamir
[email protected]I love this moong dal recipe! It's so simple to make, yet it's packed with flavor. I особенно appreciate that it doesn't require any special ingredients. I always have garlic, cumin, and ginger on hand, so I can make this dish whenever I want.
Ronald Ford
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! I've never been a huge fan of moong dal, but this dish has changed my mind. The garlic and cumin add so much flavor, and the dal is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Maiwand Khan
[email protected]I've tried many moong dal recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of garlic, cumin, and ginger is perfect, and the dal itself is cooked to perfection. It's creamy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.
Edumu Peter
[email protected]This moong dal recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are incredible. The dal is creamy and flavorful, with the perfect amount of spice. I especially love the addition of garlic and cumin, which really elevates the dish. I served it