Instant Pot Moong Dal Recipe: Simple & Delicious

This Instant Pot Moong Dal recipe is a simple and delicious dish made with yellow lentils, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Servings servings

Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

1 cup split moong dal (yellow lentils)
3 cups water
1 tablespoon ghee or oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
to taste Salt
for garnish Fresh coriander leaves

Instructions:

Rinse the moong dal under running water until the water runs clear.
In the Instant Pot, heat ghee or oil using the sauté function.
Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add the rinsed moong dal, water, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Close the lid, set the vent to sealing, and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Lentils, Moong Dal

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