Bhaja moong dal (roasted moong dal)

Ingredients

• Moong Dal - 1 cup
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Bay leaves - 2 nos.
• Red Chilli Powder - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Coriander Powder - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Turmeric Powder - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon., grated
• Sugar - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Ghee - 2 tablepsoons .
• Salt as per taste

Preparation

• Dry roast dal on low heat in a pan for 2-3 minutes or till it turns golden in colour and gives out a nutty aroma.
• Add water and cook till dal is tender. Heat ghee in a thick bottomed pan and add bay leaves, cumin seeds and ginger.
• Fry for about a minute.Add red chilli powder, coriander powder and turmeric powder.
• Stir for half a minute and then add the cooked dal. Add salt and sugar and bring it to a boil.
• Cook for 3-4 minutes till everything mixes well.
• Serve with plain boiled rice.

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