Bidisha's Corner

Wednesday 22 October 2014

Moong dal with Coconut.

INGREDIENTS:
Moong dal (1 cup).
Ghee (2-3 TBs).

Salt to taste, Turmeric powder (1 Tsp).
Grated coconut(1 cup).
Cumin seeds (1 Tsp).
Sugar (1 Tsp).
Turmeric powder (1 Tsp).
Ginger paste (1 Tsp).
Bay leaves (2-3).
Dried red chillies (2-3).

PROCEDURE:
Heat pan and roast the moong dal till light golden brown in colour, you will find a fantastic aroma lingering around, as the lentils are roasted well, wash them in water for 2-3 washes, and pressure cook for 1 whistle along with salt and turmeric powder.
Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds, dreid red chillies and bay leaves, as they pop up, add grated coconut, ginger and saute them golden brown, now add sugar and boiled dal to the pan.
Allow it to boil for 2 minutes and off the flame.
Enjoy its great taste with rice, roti, chapati. Lentils have very high protein values, its good for children and also for grown ups.

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