Moong Dal plays an integral part in Indian households acting as a staple food in South Asian countries. However, most kids might find it boring to have moong dal as a single dish accompanied with roti or parathas because it might taste bland or whole together tasteless. We, on the contrary, have a wide range of dishes you can try making using moong dal that is utterly delicious and lip-smacking. Flavors and aroma are so strong and creamy that they could win over any foodie’s heart and soul. What’s so interestingly versatile about moong dal is that you can use it as an ingredient in savory dishes and sweet dishes and snacks like moong dal halwa.
1. Moong dal pakora
Aren't we all ever ready to eat pakoras, whether on a rainy day or casual summers? It's time to enrich your taste buds with a different type of pakora, which is our very special yet delicate pakoras of moong dal. All you need to do is take soaked moong dal, grind it and mix with the existing batter of besan mixed with spices. Then, make small balls or pakoda and fry them in a pan. Tada! Moong Dal pakoras will be ready to relish with chutney.
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2. Moong dal cheela or pancakes
Whether you call it cheela or pancakes, it's the same thing, so don’t get confused. Moong Dal pancakes are a very healthy option to opt for to eat as breakfast or lunch. They are so hassle-free to make and serve as an ideal accompaniment to any sauce or chutney. First, make pancakes using ground moong dal mixed with finely chopped coriander, green chilis and sprinkle with masalas. Finally, cook in a pan drizzled with oil.
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3. Moong dal halwa
Moong dal is an Indian delicacy that’s worth the efforts you might have to invest in the making. When the richness, sweetness and goodness combine all together, you get a melt-in-the-mouth type of delicious moong dal halwa. To make it, you need sugar, ghee, milk, moong dal and nuts for flavoring. So grab a spoonful of this halwa and indulge in the creaminess.
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