Mooli Ka Saag & Moong Dal Ki Sabzi (Dry) - Radish Leaves & Lentil Stir fry
The Mooli Ka Saag & Moong Dal Ki Sabzi is a nutritious and healthy stir fry vegetable that is made with the greens of radish together with moong dal. The dish is cooked with less oil and has a perfect blend of spices and can be served as side dish along with hot steamed rice or even roti.
Ingredients
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150 grams Mooli Ke Patte (Radish Greens)
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finely chopped
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1/4 cup Yellow Moong Dal (Split)
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1 teaspoon Oil
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1 teaspoon Mustard seeds (Rai/ Kadugu)
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1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
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3 cloves Garlic
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finely chopped
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1 Green Chilli
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finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
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Salt
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to taste
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2 tablespoons Fresh coconut
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grated
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1/2 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
Step 1
To begin making the Mooli Ka Saag & Moong Dal Ki Sabzi, first prep the ingredients according to the instructions and keep aside
Step 2
Soak the moong dal for about half an hour in warm water
Step 3
Once soaked, drain the water and keep aside
Step 4
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan or a kadai on medium heat
Step 5
Add the mustard and cumin and allow it to crackle,Once they crackle, add the chopped garlic and green chilies
Step 6
Stir fry for a few seconds until you smell the aromas coming through
Step 7
After a few seconds, add the chopped mooli ka saag (radish leaves), soaked dal, salt, sugar and turmeric powder
Step 8
Stir all the ingredients well
Step 9
Sprinkle just a little water, cover the pan and cook the radish leaves and the dal until well done
Step 10
Keep stirring in between to make sure they get cooked evenly
Step 11
Once done, turn off the heat, check the salt and spice levels and adjust to suit your taste
Step 12
Finally stir in the the grated coconut and serve
Step 13
Serve the Mooli Ka Saag & Moong Dal Ki Sabzi along with Phulka, Aloo Tuk and Carrot Tomato Salad for a wholesome weeknight dinner