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Moong Dal Sundal: Mung Bean Salad
[Vegan, Grain-Free]

PN By: Pavani Nandula

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Moong Dal Sundal: Mung Bean Salad [Vegan, Grain-Free]

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Sundals are lentil or legume-based salads that are often made in South India. This Moong dal Sundal is great to make for an afternoon snack or as a side dish. The spices add plenty of flavor and the lentils will leave you full and satisfied.

Ingredients You Need for Moong Dal Sundal: Mung Bean Salad [Vegan, Grain-Free]

For the Moong Dal:

1/2 cup moong dal (mung beans), soaked for 4~6 hours
1 teaspoon oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon urad dal
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
1/2 green chilis, slit
6-8 curry leaves
3 tablespoons grated coconut
Salt

For the Masala:

1 teaspoon oil
1 tablespoon chana dal
1 teaspoon urad dal
2 dry red chilis
1/2 teaspoon peppercorns
2 teaspoon grated coconut

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How to Prepare Moong Dal Sundal: Mung Bean Salad [Vegan, Grain-Free]

Pressure cook moong dal along with some salt until tender, about 3-4 whistles or cook them in boiling water for 15~18 minutes.
While the dal is cooking, make the masala powder. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a pan and the ingredients for masala and cook till golden. Let the mixture cool for a little bit, then grind it to a powder.
Once the beans are done, drain any remaining water and keep ready.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and urad dal. Once the seeds start to splutter, add green chilis and curry leaves. Cook for a minute before adding the cooked mung beans. Stir in grated coconut. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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