Spiced Moong Beans
Moong beans are a good source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in Indian cuisine for their nutritional value.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Moong beans
- 2 cup Water
- 2 tablespoon Oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash the moong beans and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- Drain the water and rinse the beans again.
- In a pressure cooker, add the moong beans and 2 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the beans are soft.
- In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the cooked moong beans along with the water. Mix everything together.
- Cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice.
- Serve hot with rice or roti.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.