You are here: Home > Videos > Cuisine Recipes > Indian Veg Recipes > Gujarati Recipes > Gujarati Kathols Recipes > Khatta Moong Video by Tarla Dalal Khatta Moong Video by Tarla Dalal Viewed 22528 times The use of whole green gram or moong is very common in day-to-day Gujarati fare. Khatta moong is a lovely recipe that features cooked moong simmered with curds and spices. The use of curds bestows a unique, sumptuous feel to this recipe. Garlic-lovers can even add a little garlic paste to add a whole new dimension to this item. Tweet Recipe Description for Khatta Moong ( Gujarati Recipe) Preparation Time: 5 minsCooking Time: 15 mins Makes 4 servings Show me for servings Ingredients For Khatta Moong1 cup moong (whole green gram)1 cup sour curds (khatta dahi) , whisked3/4 tsp chilli powder1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)2 tbsp oil1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)3 to 4 curry leaves (kadi patta)1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)1/2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste salt to tasteFor The Garnish2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)For Serving With Khatta Moong rice (chawal) /roti Method For khatta moongTo make {span class="bold1"}khatta moong{/span}, wash and soak the whole moong in enough water for 2 to 3 hours. Drain.Add 1½ cups of water and pressure cook for 2 whistles.Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Keep aside.Combine the sour curds, chilli powder, turmeric powder and besan in a bowl and mix well. Keep aside.Heat the oil in a deep non-stick kadhai and add the mustard seeds, curry leaves, asafoetida and ginger-green chilli paste and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.Add the cooked moong, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.Add the curds-besan mixture, salt and 1 cup of water, mix well and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.Garnish the {span class="bold1"}khatta moong{/span} with coriander and serve immediately with rice or roti. See step by step images of Khatta Moong ( Gujarati Recipe) RECIPE SOURCE : The Complete Gujarati Cook Book- New Edition