Dal is an integral part of Indian cuisine. People usually prepare various types of dal, such as arhar, moong, masoor, or chana, using different cooking methods. However, if you are tired of monotonous dishes and want to try something new and delicious, you can prepare moringa bean dal (सहजन).
Moringa bean dal has a unique taste and is very appetizing. To prepare it, onion, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and various spices are used to further enhance the flavor of the dish. Adding fried garlic, cumin, and dried red pepper on top gives it a special aroma. The advantage of this recipe is that it is easy to prepare from ingredients available at home. It can be served hot with rice, flatbreads, or paratha.
Ingredients
For the main dish, you will need: 2 tablespoons of oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped garlic, half a tablespoon of finely chopped ginger, 2 finely chopped onions, 1 teaspoon of finely chopped green chili, 2 finely chopped tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of red pepper powder, half a teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, half a teaspoon of cumin powder, half a cup of soaked moong dal, half a cup of soaked masoor dal, 2-3 moringa beans, and half a tablespoon of salt, as well as water as needed.
For the tempering (tadka), you will need: a little oil or ghee, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped garlic, 2 dried red peppers, and half a teaspoon of red pepper powder.
Preparing moringa bean dal requires following several rules. It is extremely important to thoroughly wash the moringa beans before adding them to the dal. Furthermore, they should be cooked until soft, but not completely mushy, to preserve the best taste and texture of the dal.
