Mitha Dali

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Recipe

Ingredients

	1 cup	Moong Dal
	3 cups	Water
	1 tbsp	Ghee
	1 tsp	Mustard Seed
	1 tsp	Cumin , seeds
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 inch	Ginger , grated
	2 tbsp	Jaggery , grated
	1 tsp	Turmeric powder
	1 tsp	Salt
	1 tbsp	Coconut , grated
	1 tbsp	Cashew , nuts
	1 tbsp	Raisin
	1 tbsp	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the moong dal thoroughly under running water and drain.
2. 2 In a pot, add the moong dal and 3 cups of water. Bring it to a boil.
3. 3 Add turmeric powder and salt to the boiling dal. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the dal is cooked and soft, about 20 minutes.
4. 4 In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
5. 5 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute until the ginger is aromatic.
6. 6 Add cashew nuts and raisins to the pan and sauté until the cashews turn golden brown.
7. 7 Add the sautéed mixture to the cooked dal. Stir well to combine.
8. 8 Add grated jaggery and mix until it dissolves completely in the dal.
9. 9 Simmer the dal for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
10. 10 Garnish with grated coconut and fresh coriander leaves before serving.