Moong Dal Halwa Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Moong Dal Halwa is a popular Indian dessert made from yellow lentils, ghee, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and saffron. It is a rich and indulgent sweet dish with a smooth and creamy texture. The lentils are soaked, ground, and then cooked with ghee until they turn golden brown. Sugar is added to sweeten the halwa, and it is garnished with nuts like almonds and pistachios. Moong Dal Halwa is often served warm and is a perfect treat for special occasions or festivals.

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35minstotal
5minsPrep
30minsCook
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Ingredients for Moong Dal Halwa Recipe

  • 0.33 cup Moong Dal
  • 0.33 cup Ghee
  • 0.33 cup Sugar
  • 0.17 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • as required A Few Strands Of Saffron
  • as required Chopped Almonds And Pistachios For Garnish

Directions: Moong Dal Halwa Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak moong dal for a few hours, then grind it into a coarse paste.
  • STEP 2.Heat ghee in a pan and add the ground moong dal. Cook on low heat until it turns golden brown.
  • STEP 3.Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the pan. Mix well and cook until the sugar dissolves and the halwa thickens.
  • STEP 4.Garnish with chopped almonds and pistachios. Serve warm and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to soak the moong dal for a few hours to soften it before grinding.
  • Cook the halwa on low heat to prevent it from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
  • For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of khoya (milk solids) to the halwa.

Storage and Serving

  • Moong Dal Halwa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • To reheat, microwave the halwa for a few seconds or heat it in a pan with a little ghee.
  • Serve the halwa warm as a dessert or enjoy it with puri (fried bread) for a delicious combination.
Nutrition
value
194
calories per serving
4 g Fat9 g Protein29 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    4g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Carbs
    29g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    29g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    4g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    20mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    41mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    37mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    56mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    152mg
  • Selenium
    18mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp