Bhugi Dal Easy Mung
Discover the comforting warmth of "Bhugi Dal Easy Mung," a simple yet flavorful Indian dish that highlights the earthy goodness of green mung dal. This quick and nutritious recipe, made with pantry staples like cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, and turmeric, is brought to life with the richness of ghee and a tangy hint of lemon juice. Perfectly cooked and lightly mashed mung dal is simmered with aromatic tempering and brightened with fresh cilantro, creating a wholesome, protein-packed dish ready in just 35 minutes. Serve it as a hearty soup, pair it with steamed rice, or scoop it up with soft rotis for a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Ideal for busy weeknights, this one-pot recipe is a must-try for lovers of easy Indian cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup green mung dal (split and husked)
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 units green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of green mung dal thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
In a pot or pressure cooker, combine the mung dal with 3 cups of water. Cook until the dal is soft and easily mashable. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 2-3 whistles. Once cooked, mash slightly with a spoon and set aside.
In a deep pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee or oil over medium heat.
Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, followed by 0.25 teaspoon of asafoetida (hing).
Add 4 finely chopped garlic cloves and 2 chopped green chilies. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Stir in 1 chopped medium tomato. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
Pour the cooked mung dal into the pan. Mix everything together and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if needed to adjust the consistency to your liking.
Turn off the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro leaves and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Serve hot with steamed rice, roti, or as a hearty soup. Enjoy your Bhugi Dal Easy Mung!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 2435 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.4 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3089 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
