Authentic Moong Dal Badi – Step-by-Step Recipe

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Greetings Everyone

I am Arsalan Khatri from Pakistan, and once again I am here with another delicious homemade recipe.
I hope you all are doing well.

Today, I am excited to share a traditional and flavorful dish called Moong Dal Badi.
These sun-dried lentil nuggets are known for their crispy texture, rich aroma, and authentic desi taste. Moong Dal Badi is a timeless recipe, often enjoyed with curries or vegetables, and holds a special place in traditional home cooking.

I hope you will enjoy this recipe as much as I do.
Let’s move on to the recipe and enjoy this classic delicacy 🍽️✨

Ingredients

Required ingredients for making recipe

Ingredients
Moong Dal Badi 250 grams
Green onions (with leaves) 250 grams
Garlic 1 tablespoon
Ginger 1 tablespoon
Green chilies 2
Spices
Salt 1 teaspoon
Red chili powder 1 teaspoon
Coriander powder 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder 1 teaspoon

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Cooking Procedure step by step

This section explains the cooking method in a clear, step-by-step manner to help you achieve the best taste and results.

🌿 Step 1: Preparing the Mong Badi

First of all, take the mong badi and place it on a clean cloth.
Allow any excess moisture to dry completely.
This step helps improve the texture of the badi during cooking.


🍲 Step 2: Initial Cooking Process

Take a cooking pot and add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
Add the mong badi, then add chopped onions and 1 glass of water.
Cook on medium heat for some time so the badi softens and absorbs the flavor of the onions.


🌶️ Step 3: Adding Spices

Once the mong badi is partially cooked, add all the spices along with chopped green onions.
Mix everything well, cover the pot, and let it cook on low to medium heat so the spices blend perfectly.


🔥 Step 4: Bhunao & Final Cooking

When the water dries up, sauté (bhunao) the mixture well until a nice aroma develops.
Now add 1 glass of water again and let it cook for a while.
At the end, add 2 green chilies to enhance the taste and aroma.

🍽️ Final Presentation

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Final Note

I truly hope this recipe added delicious flavors and fresh inspiration to your kitchen.
If you enjoyed it, your follow, upvote, and thoughtful comment would mean a great deal to me 💛
Your support is my biggest motivation to continue sharing more authentic, home-style, and memorable recipes with you.
Thank you sincerely for being part of this wonderful culinary journey 🍲✨