Moong Dal Tadka

Ingredients

• •1 cup yellow moong dal (split mung beans)
• •3 cups water
• •1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• •2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
• •1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• •2 dried red chili peppers
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 inch ginger, minced
• •1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• •1 onion, finely chopped

Directions

1. 1Rinse moong dal thoroughly and cook with 3 cups water and turmeric powder for 15-20 minutes until soft and creamy.
2. 2Mash the cooked dal lightly with a spoon until you reach a semi-smooth consistency.
3. 3Heat ghee in a separate pan and add cumin seeds and dried red chilies; let them splutter for 30 seconds.
4. 4Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 5Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
6. 6Pour this tempering mixture into the cooked dal and stir well.
7. 7Add salt and black pepper, then simmer for 3-4 minutes on low heat.
8. 8Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

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