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Bengali Bhaja Muger Dal

Moong Dal Bengali style is a thick and flavourful dal recipe served with a dollop of desi ghee. The rich and vibrant Bengali Moong Dal is best served with a bowl of hot rice. Learn how to make yellow dal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Bengali
Servings: 2
Calories: 14kcal
Author: Shil

Ingredients

  • Moong dal – 1/3rd cup
  • Turmeric – ½ tsp
  • Ghee – 1 tsp
  • Bay Leaf – 1
  • Cumin Seeds – ½ tsp
  • Grated Ginger – ½ tsp
  • Green Chilli – 1
  • Roasted Cumin Powder – ½ tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Sugar ½ tsp

Instructions

  • In a frying pan dry roast the moong dal for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Cool and wash thoroughly. Pressure cook the moong dal with a pinch of turmeric.
  • Heat ghee in a pan. Add bay leaf and cumin seeds. Sauté.
  • Add the grated ginger and green chilli. Sauté for a minute or two.
  • Tip in the cooked dal. Add roasted cumin powder, salt and sugar. Mix well.
  • Simmer for 4-5 minutes. If the dal is very thick, dilute by adding a little water.
  • Remove and serve Moong Dal with steamed Rice.