Moong Ke Khaste Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak moong dal for 2-3 hours and drain the water.
• STEP 2.Grind the soaked dal into a coarse paste without adding water.
• STEP 3.Add spices like cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and salt to the dal paste and mix well.
• STEP 4.Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
• STEP 5.Heat oil in a deep pan and deep-fry the balls or patties until golden brown.
• STEP 6.Remove from the oil and drain excess oil on a kitchen towel.
• STEP 7.Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the moong dal is soaked well to ensure a smooth paste.
• Do not add water while grinding the dal, as it may make the mixture too watery.
• Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
• To make the fritters more crispy, you can add a tablespoon of rice flour to the mixture.
• Serve the Moong Ke Khaste immediately after frying for the best taste and texture.

Storage and Serving

• Moong Ke Khaste is best served hot and fresh.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, you can either deep-fry them again for a few minutes or warm them in a preheated oven.
• Serve the reheated fritters with chutney or ketchup.