Green Moong Dal With Onions And Chives Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the green moong dal for 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and mushy.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and chopped chives. Sauté for a minute.
• STEP 5.Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.
• STEP 6.Simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the dal helps in reducing the cooking time.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies.
• For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked dal before adding it back to the pan.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover dal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dal on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the Green Moong Dal with Onions and Chives as a main course with rice or roti, or as a side dish with any Indian meal.