THE GOLDEN BEAN VELVET

(Our Play on Moong Dal)

THE GOLDEN BEAN VELVET

Ingredients: 200g Moong dal (Yellow lentils), 500ml Water, 0.5 tsp Turmeric, 1 tsp Salt, 2 tbsp Butter, 1 tsp Cumin seeds, 1 Green chili (split)...

Ingredients

  • 200g Moong dal (Yellow lentils)
  • 500ml Water
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 Green chili (split)

Cooking Method

  1. The Boil Boil lentils until they are soft and have almost dissolved into a creamy soup.
  2. The Bloom Add a splash of water to adjust thickness to your liking.
  3. The Tarka Melt butter in a small pan; fry cumin and chili until they sizzle and darken.
  4. The Marriage Pour the hot temper over the lentils; serve immediately.

Cuisine: Indian

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