Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Rasmalai 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 yellow moong dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 2 tbsp butter
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 3 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1/4 cup fresh cream
- • 1/2 tsp black pepper
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the moong dal with water and turmeric for 3 whistles until very soft.
2
Phase 2
Melt the butter and sizzle the cumin seeds and minced garlic until fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Blend the cooked dal until silky smooth and return to the pot.
4
Phase 4
Add the tadka, salt and pepper, and simmer 8-10 minutes, stirring often.
5
Phase 5
Stir in the cream and serve the shorba hot.