Chilkewali Mung Dal (Split Green Mung Beans), Mumbai-Style

Mung beans are a rich source of plant-based protein and are commonly consumed in India as a part of a healthy vegetarian diet.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chilkewali Mung Dal (Split Green Mung Beans), Mumbai-Style

Cooking Method: Boiling, Tempering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Split Green Mung Beans
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 pinch Asafoetida
• 1 large Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves
• to taste Salt

Instructions

1. Rinse the split green mung beans and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the water and add the soaked mung beans to a pressure cooker.
3. Add 4 cups of water, salt, and turmeric powder to the pressure cooker.
4. Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the mung beans are cooked.
5. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds and asafoetida.
6. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
7. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
8. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
9. Add red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala powder.
10. Cook for a minute and then add the cooked mung beans.
11. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
12. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
13. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.