Healthy Moong Dal Chaat Recipe: Vibrant Indian Street Food
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About Healthy Moong Dal Chaat Recipe: Vibrant Indian Street Food
Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition using this delightful Moong Dal Chaat recipe! A healthy twist on classic Indian street food, this chaat is packed with protein-rich moong dal (split yellow lentils), creating a light yet satisfying breakfast or snack.The tangy lemon juice, aromatic roasted cumin, and unique zing of black salt perfectly complement the earthy dal. This quick and easy recipe lets you enjoy the taste of India without the guilt, all from the comfort of your own kitchen.Prepare to be amazed by the incredible blend of textures and tastes! This recipe is perfect for those seeking a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional breakfast options.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Moong Dal
- 100 gm Lentils moong dal, without skin, split, yellow
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1 tbsp Ghee or deshi ghee
- 2 tsp Cumin Powder from 2 tsp whole cumin seeds, roasted, roasted and ground
- 1 tsp Salt black
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp Onion chopped, finely
- 2 tsp Chili Powder or to taste, red
- 4 Chili whole, dry, for frying, red
For the Potatoes
- 2 medium Potato large, diced
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil for frying
For Garnishing
- 1-2 Chili finely chopped, green
- Chaat Masala to taste
- 50 gm Butter for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Moong Dal
- Wash and soak the moong dal in water for 30 minutes.
- Drain and add the dal to a pot with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the dal is soft and forms a thick paste.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Fry the Chillies
- While the dal simmers, heat 1 tbsp ghee in a small pan. Gently fry the whole dry red chilies until crispy. Set aside.
Fry the Potatoes
- Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan. Add the diced potatoes and salt. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Chaat
- In a serving bowl, place the cooked moong dal.
- Garnish with the fried red chilies, roasted cumin powder, black salt, red chili powder, chopped onion, and lemon juice.
- Add a generous dollop of butter.
Final Garnish and Serve
- Add the crispy fried potatoes to the bowl.
- Garnish with chopped green chilies and chaat masala. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Moong Dal Chaat
- For extra flavor, toast the cumin seeds before grinding them into powder.
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder and green chilies to suit your spice preference.
- If you don't have black salt, you can substitute with regular salt, but the flavor will be slightly different.
- For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked dal before adding it to the bowl.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 271kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10.8gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 2280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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Such a delicious dish! Thank you.
Such a tempting dish! Thank you.
Looks so delectable! Thanks for posting.