Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Shahi Butter 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
- • 4 cups water
- • 1 tbsp butter
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 onion, finely chopped
- • 1 inch ginger, grated
- • 2 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1/2 cup cream
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the moong dal with 3 cups water until soft and mushy.
2
Phase 2
Melt the butter, pop the cumin seeds, and sauté the onion, ginger and garlic until soft.
3
Phase 3
Add the cooked dal, salt and the remaining water; simmer 15 minutes, whisking until smooth.
4
Phase 4
Stir in the cream and simmer 5 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Ladle hot into bowls and serve with naan or rice.