Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Pav Bhaji Moong Dal
Chef's Menu Description
Tender lentils slow-simmered with warming turmeric, finished with a sizzling tarka of golden ghee, roasted cumin, and fresh coriander.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup moong dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 200g spinach, chopped
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 onion, chopped
- • 2 tomatoes, chopped
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the moong dal with water and turmeric for 3 whistles until soft.
2
Phase 2
Add the chopped spinach to the hot dal and cook 5 minutes until wilted.
3
Phase 3
Heat ghee and sizzle the cumin seeds.
4
Phase 4
Add the onion and cook until golden, then add the tomatoes and cook until soft.
5
Phase 5
Pour the tadka into the dal, add salt, and simmer 10 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with rice or roti.