Aarsis Ultimate Whole Mung Bean Lentils Recipe

Name: Aarsis Ultimate Whole Mung Bean Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup green whole mung beans; 1 green chili pepper (split in to two); 1 teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon red chili powder; 1 pinch asafetida powder; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 dried bay leaves or 1 fresh bay leaf; 12 yellow onion (chopped); 1 tomatoes (chopped); 4 garlic cloves (chopped); 1 tablespoon ginger, plus more for Garnishing (chopped); 2 cloves; ½ tablespoon ghee; 2 teaspoons salt; 4 cups water

Servings: persons

1 cup green whole mung beans
1 green chili pepper (split in to two)
1 teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon red chili powder
1 pinch asafetida powder
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 dried bay leaves or 1 fresh bay leaf
12 yellow onion (chopped)
1 tomatoes (chopped)
4 garlic cloves (chopped)
1 tablespoon ginger, plus more for Garnishing (chopped)
2 cloves
½ tablespoon ghee
2 teaspoons salt
4 cups water

1
Wash the whole mung beans to get rid of any dirt.
2
Soak them in fresh water for at least one hour.
3
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker and add bay leaf, cloves, asafetida, cumin seeds, ginger, green chili, garlic and onions.
4
Saute until the onions are golden brown.
5
Add tomatoes along with red chili powder and garam masala.
6
Combine all the ingredients and place a lid.
7
Cook this for eight minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
8
Remove the lid.
9
Add 4 Cups of water to this along with the drained beans and salt.
10
Combine and place the pressure cooker lid with the whistle on.
11
On medium heat, cook this until four whistles go off.
12
You might have to cook it longer, depending on the type of pressure cooker you are using.
13
Switch off the gas.
14
Let the pressure cooker cool down.
15
Remove the lid and check if the lentils are soft and adjust the salt level.
16
If the lentils appear to be a little andante, place the pressure cooker back on the stove with the lid on and wait for another two whistles to go off.
17
Repeat step 8.
18
Garnish with Juliann fresh ginger and serve hot to your loved ones!
19
Tips: This recipe can be turned to Mung Bean Soup by adding more water.
20
Number of whistles will depend on the duration for which the lentils were soaked in water.
21
Longer the soak time, less whistles it will require.
22
However, soak the lentils no longer then two hours.

365

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup green whole mung beans, 1 green chili pepper (split in to two), 1 teaspoon cumin seed, ½ teaspoon red chili powder, and more.

Yes, Aarsis Ultimate Whole Mung Bean Lentils falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aarsis Ultimate Whole Mung Bean Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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