Jaipur-Style Quick And Easy Mung Dal Recipe

Name: Jaipur-Style Quick And Easy Mung Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup split mung beans, soaked in water for 1 hour, rinsed and drained; 7 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 cup carrot, diced; 2 cups small cauliflower florets (or 1 cup of each of cauliflower florets and broccoli floret) or 2 cups small broccoli florets (or 1 cup of each of cauliflower florets and broccoli floret); 3 tablespoons ghee; 3 tablespoons cumin seeds or 3 tablespoons cumin, to meet your taste preferences; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed; 1 -2 chile, seeded and chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, spoon, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup split mung beans, soaked in water for 1 hour, rinsed and drained
7 cups water
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 cup carrot, diced
2 cups small cauliflower florets (or 1 cup of each of cauliflower florets and broccoli floret) or 2 cups small broccoli florets (or 1 cup of each of cauliflower florets and broccoli floret)
3 tablespoons ghee
3 tablespoons cumin seeds or 3 tablespoons cumin, to meet your taste preferences
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 -2 chile, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, spoon, chopped
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1
Add the mung beans, water, turmeric and carrots to a heavy-based medium pan over a high heat and bring the water to the boil; reduce the heat and allow the contents of the pan to simmer, semi-covered, for 15 minutes, or until the mung beans start to break down; add the cauliflower florets to the pan and simmer for another 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, heat the ghee in a small pan over a medium heat; add the cumin and fennel seeds and gently cook them, stirring occasionally, until they have darkened a few shades; add the chilies and ginger and continue cooking until aromatic.
3
Pour the contents of the small pan into the simmering soup in the medium-sized pan; add the fresh coriander leaves, lemon juice, salt and pepper; serve hot in individual serving dishes with a simple rice dish or bread.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup split mung beans, soaked in water for 1 hour, rinsed and drained, 7 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 cup carrot, diced, and more.

Yes, Jaipur-Style Quick And Easy Mung Dal falls under the General 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!

Jaipur-Style Quick And Easy Mung Dal

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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