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Garlic Moong Halwa
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Garlic Moong Halwa

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ranchi cooking — Garlic Moong Halwa brings a garlic touch with a classic halwa finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Garlic8 cloves
  • Yellow Moong Dal1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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