Mung Dahl Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mung Dahl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mung dahl split; 2 each garlic cloves peeled; 2 slices ginger fresh, peeled; 1 tablespoon cilantro; 1 tablespoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter); 1 pinch asafetida; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds whole; 1 wedges lemon

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups mung dahl split
2 each garlic cloves peeled
2 slices ginger fresh, peeled
1 tablespoon cilantro
1 tablespoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 pinch asafetida
1 teaspoon cumin seeds whole
1 wedges lemon

1
Clean and wash dahl.
2
Place in a heavy pot.
3
Add 5 cup water and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat and remove froth.
5
Add garlic, ginger, cilantro, turmeric and cayenne.
6
Cover, leaving lid slightly ajar and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
7
Stir occasionally.
8
When cooked, add salt and lemon juice.
9
In a skillet, heat ghee til lhot.
10
Add asafetida and a few seconds later, add the cumin.
11
When the cumin seeds darken, remove from heat and add to the cooked dahl and serve.

113

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups mung dahl split, 2 each garlic cloves peeled, 2 slices ginger fresh, peeled, 1 tablespoon cilantro, and more.

Yes, Mung Dahl 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.

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Mung Dahl

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