Prawns Moong Dal Curry

INGREDIENTS

• 250g prawns (cleaned and deveined)
• 1 cup moong dal (yellow lentils)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili (slit)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
• 1/4 tsp hing (asafoetida)
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
• Salt to taste
• Water as required

Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Moong Dal

- Rinse the moong dal well and pressure cook it with enough water and a pinch of turmeric.

- until it’s soft and fully cooked. Set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Spices

- Heat oil or ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds, and allow them to splutter.

- Then add hing, followed by finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 3: Add Ginger-Garlic Paste and Green Chili

- Add ginger-garlic paste and slit green chili. Sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.

Step 4: Add Tomatoes and Dry Spices

- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.

- Then add red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Stir well.

Step 5: Add Prawns

- Add prawns to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.

Step 6: Add Cooked Moong Dal

- Add the cooked moong dal to the pan and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding water if necessary.

Step 7: Cook Together

- Simmer the curry for 5-6 minutes so the prawns absorb the flavors of the dal. Stir occasionally.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.