RECIPES Moong Dal Halwa
Moong Dal Halwa
A rich, traditional Indian dessert made with Lioncroft Moong Dal. Indulgent, sweet and perfect for festivals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lioncroft Moong Dal, soaked for 2 hours
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup ghee
- 2 cups milk
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- Saffron strands (optional)
- Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews) for garnish
| 1. Drain the soaked moong dal and grind to a coarse paste with minimal water. |
| 2. Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan and add the dal paste. |
| 3. Roast on low heat, stirring continuously, for 15-20 minutes until golden and aromatic. |
| 4. In a separate pan, warm the milk. |
| 5. Gradually add warm milk to the roasted dal, stirring continuously. |
| 6. Add sugar and cardamom, mixing well. |
| 7. Cook for another 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and ghee separates. |
| 8. Add saffron if using. |
| 9. Garnish with chopped nuts. |
🍽️ Serving Suggestion
Serve warm as a festive dessert.
⏰ Cooking Time
2 hours 30 minutes
🍽 No of Servings
6 people
