Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Sandesh 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
- • 2 1/2 cups water
- • 1/4 tsp turmeric
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 1/2 tsp panch phoron
- • 2 dried red chilies
- • 2 tbsp grated coconut
- • 1 tsp sugar
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry-roast the moong dal in a pan until golden and nutty.
2
Phase 2
Pressure-cook the roasted dal with water and turmeric for 3-4 whistles until soft.
3
Phase 3
Heat ghee and add the panch phoron and dried red chilies.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked dal, grated coconut, sugar and salt.
5
Phase 5
Simmer 5-7 minutes until the dal thickens.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with steamed rice.