Moong Dal Cooked with Red Split Lentils Recipe

Name: Moong Dal Cooked with Red Split Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup moong dal; 1/2 cup red lentils; 1/2 tsp. turmeric; 3/4 tsp. salt; 3 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 dash asafetida; 1/2 tsp. whole cumin seeds; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 sm. onion, cut into half rings; 1 sm. tomato, chopped; 1/2 tsp. ground coriander; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. cayenne

Servings: persons

1/2 cup moong dal
1/2 cup red lentils
1/2 tsp. turmeric
3/4 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 dash asafetida
1/2 tsp. whole cumin seeds
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 sm. onion, cut into half rings
1 sm. tomato, chopped
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. cayenne

1
Wash dals, drain and put in a heavy pot.
2
Cover with 4 cups water and add turmeric.
3
Bring to a boil, partially cover, reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 1 hour, until soft.
4
Stir in salt.
5
Heat oil and add asafetida.
6
A few seconds later put in the cumin seeds, quickly followed by the garlic and onion.
7
Stir-fry until the onion is browned.
8
Add tomato and stir until it is soft.
9
Add remaining ingredients.
10
Stir once and add contents to the dal, stir to mix and serve.

151

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup moong dal, 1/2 cup red lentils, 1/2 tsp. turmeric, 3/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Moong Dal Cooked with Red Split Lentils 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!

Moong Dal Cooked with Red Split Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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