🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Moong Afgani Kootu

Name: Moong Afgani Kootu
Prep time: 24 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 49 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; to taste Salt; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 1 cup, rinsed Yellow Moong Dal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Gwalior cooking — Moong Afgani Kootu brings a afgani touch with a classic kootu finish. About 49 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Saltto taste
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Yellow Moong Dal1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Moong Dal with Zucchini | One pot Dal | Indian Dal Recipes · on YouTube