Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe
Description:
Green Moong Dal Sundal is a healthy and delicious South Indian snack or side dish made using sprouted green moong beans, seasoned with mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves, and garnished with fresh coconut and a dash of lime juice. This nutritious dish is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish with rice and curry. A perfect recipe for a light and satisfying meal, it’s packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, making it ideal for a balanced diet.
Cuisine: South Indian
Course: Side Dish
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sesame oil (til ka tel) | 1 teaspoon |
| Mustard seeds (raai) | 1 teaspoon |
| Cumin seeds (jeera) | 1 teaspoon |
| Asafoetida (hing) | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Curry leaves (kadhi patta) | 2 sprigs |
| Green chilies (hari mirch) | 2, chopped |
| Salt | To taste |
| Fresh coconut (nariyal) | 2 tablespoons, grated |
| Sprouted green moong | 1 cup |
| Lemon juice (nimbu ka ras) | 1 tablespoon |
| Fresh coriander (hara dhaniya) | 2 sprigs, chopped |
Preparation Time
420 minutes (to sprout the moong dal)
Cooking Time
20 minutes
Instructions
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Prepare the Sprouts:
Begin by soaking the green moong dal overnight in water. The next day, drain the water and leave the moong beans covered with a cloth for about 8 hours or until they sprout. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-sprouted green moong from the store. -
Heat the Oil:
In a pan or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter. -
Add the Spices:
After the mustard seeds start to splutter, add cumin seeds, asafoetida, chopped green chilies, and curry leaves to the oil. Sauté them for a minute or until the curry leaves become crispy. -
Cook the Moong:
Add the sprouted green moong beans to the pan. Season with salt, and stir well to combine. Cover the pan and cook the moong dal for about 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to soften slightly while retaining its crunch. -
Final Touches:
Once the moong is cooked, remove the lid and add the grated fresh coconut, lemon juice, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix everything well. -
Serve:
Turn off the heat and serve your Green Moong Dal Sundal warm. It pairs beautifully with rice, tomato rasam, chawa chawa thoran, or curry leaves buttermilk for a wholesome meal.
Enjoy your Green Moong Dal Sundal, a nutritious and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy snack or as a side dish with your meals!
