Nitrate & Nitrite Free Moroccan Cinnamon-Spice Mung Bean Dal
Total time1 hr
Prep time15 min
Cook time45 min
4.8(28)
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4 servings
- 1 cup dried mung beans, rinsed and picked over
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the rinsed mung beans in the pot and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, then drain and set aside — this quick parboil removes any bitterness.
- 2
Return the pot to the stove and heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6–7 minutes.
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