Protein-Rich Murshidabadi Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas 

By Deepali Verma

October 29, 2023

When you're in the mood for a healthy and filling lunch, make the Murshidabadi favourite, steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas. This fluffy treat hits the sweet spot between deliciousness and healthfulness. 

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Ingredients

1 cup soaked yellow moong dal   2 green chilies, roughly chopped 1 inch ginger, roughly chopped ½ cup peas, boiled or frozen 3 tbsp cilantro, finely chopped ¼ tsp asafoetida powder (hing) ¼ tsp turmeric powder salt, to taste 1 tsp fruit salt (eno) ghee, for garnish red chili powder, for garnish 

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Step 1

Drain the water from soaked dal. In a blender, add the dal, chillies and ginger piece and make a smooth paste.  

Step 2

To this paste, add all the spices and peas and mix it well. Add the eno and combine it well.  

Step 3

Prepare the steamer, in small bowls or banana leaves, place a dollop of bhapiyas for steaming. Cover the lid and let it steam on medium flame for 10-15 minutes. Once done, drizzle hot ghee and red chilli powder.