Delicious and Healthy Spiced Moong Beans Recipe

Spiced moong beans is a flavorful and nutritious dish made with moong beans, spices, and herbs. This recipe is a perfect combination of taste and health, as moong beans are packed with protein and essential nutrients. The dish is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It can be served with rice, roti, or naan. Try this delicious and healthy recipe today!

Ingredients

• 1 cup moong beans
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Rinse the moong beans thoroughly and soak them in water for 3-4 hours.
2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker or a deep pan.
3. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
5. Add chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
6. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
7. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
8. Drain the soaked moong beans and add them to the pan.
9. Add enough water to cover the beans and mix well.
10. Cover the pressure cooker or pan and cook for 3-4 whistles or until the beans are soft and cooked.
11. Once the pressure is released, open the cooker or pan and sprinkle garam masala.
12. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the masala is well combined with the beans.
13. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

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