Mung dal ka bada Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak mung dal in water for 4-5 hours and then drain the water.
• STEP 2.Grind the soaked dal into a coarse paste, adding a little water if needed.
• STEP 3.Add cumin seeds, coriander leaves, red chili powder, salt, and asafoetida to the dal paste and mix well.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
• STEP 5.Take small portions of the dal mixture and drop them into the hot oil.
• STEP 6.Fry the bada on medium heat until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 7.Remove the fried bada from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
• STEP 8.Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the mung dal for at least 4-5 hours to ensure it becomes soft and easy to grind.
• You can adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less red chili powder.
• To make the bada healthier, you can also shallow fry them instead of deep frying.
• For a variation, you can add finely chopped onions, ginger, or green chilies to the dal mixture for extra flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Mung dal ka bada is best served hot and fresh.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
• To reheat, you can either microwave them for a few seconds or heat them in a preheated oven until warm and crispy.