By Devi Poojari
The popular dal powder which is known to be one of the best sources of protein, gets an extra boost of nutrients with the addition of moringa.
½ cup chana dal ¼ cup urad dal 3 tablespoons moong dal 3 tablespoons ragi/bajra 3 teaspoons uncooked rice 1 teaspoon mustard seeds ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ½ teaspoon ajwain seeds 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ¼ teaspoon methi seeds 1 clove ½-inch piece dry ginger 2 teaspoons asafoetida 1 teaspoon turmeric powder ½ teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon moringa powder Salt, to taste
Toast all the whole pulses in a dry pan separately and set aside to cool for a bit.
Repeat the process with the whole spices and toast until they are aromatic.
Once cooled, add along with the remaining ingredients to a blender jar and turn into a fine powder.
Store in an air-tight jar and eat sprinkled over hot rice, with a generous dollop of ghee.
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