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Thanjavur Rural Modern Moong Chilli Fry
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thanjavur Rural Modern Moong Chilli Fry

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thanjavur Rural cooking — Thanjavur Rural Modern Moong Chilli Fry brings a mustard-pungent touch with a classic chilli fry finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Yellow Moong Dal1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 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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