Mung Pani Recipe

Mung Pani Recipe

A savory, spiced Indian lentil water made by pressure-cooking and blending soaked mung beans, then tempering with cumin and asafoetida.

40 minIndian
Servings4
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  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Halal

Steps

  1. 1For Mung Pani, first soak the mung beans for 3 to 4 hours. Now put the mung beans in a pressure cooker with water as needed and close the cooker.
  2. 2Let it whistle 2 to 3 times, then cook on low heat for 10 minutes. Turn off the gas and let the pressure release naturally.
  3. 3Open the cooker and mix well. Let the dal cool down a little.
  4. 4Now put the dal and 2 cups of water in a blender and make a puree. Pour into a bowl and keep aside.
  5. 5For tempering, heat ghee in a tempering pan. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle. Now add the mung water, asafoetida, black pepper powder, and salt. Mix and let it boil for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn off the gas. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories
411kcal
Protein
25g
Carbs
67g
Fat
6g
Fiber
17g
Sugar
7g

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How long does mung pani recipe take to make?

About 40 minutes from start to finish, including prep.

How many people does this recipe serve?

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