Healthy Moong Dal Recipe

Healthy Moong Dal Recipe

from tastingtable.com
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup moong dal

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the oil to a large pot on high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 5 minutes, then add cumin seeds and stir for about 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add the tomato paste, cumin powder, coriander, salt, and turmeric. Stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Add the broth and the moong dal. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer and cover for 30 to 40 minutes until the moong dal is soft.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat.

  5. 5

    Top with the red onion slices and cilantro if desired and serve in individual bowls.