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Dill and yellow moong daal recipe

April 14, 2020 by manjirichitnis 12 Comments

Shepu ani moogachi chi Bhaji

My very first memory of eating this dish goes back to when I was in primary school. Back home from a busy day at school , I barely used to manage to wash my hands before running into the kitchen demanding a snack. Aai had cooked up this then strange looking green leafy vegetable with an aroma that was new to me, but it was served with a freshly made Jowar Bhakri, which I absolutely love. I guess it was love at first bite.

Simple, homely, delicious

This bhaji (Marathi for sabzi) is a very traditional dish, part of the Maharashtrian cuisine. Shepu (Marathi for Dill) leaves are known for the string flavour and certain foods, this leafy vegetable can evoke strong emotions. I belong to the camp of people that love this dish.

Traditional cuisine from Maharashtra

Dill and Yellow Moong Dal bhaji – (Shepu ani moogachi Bhaji)

Traditional Maharashtrain recipe using fresh Dill leaves and Yellow Moong daal, tastes great with a Bhakri
5 from 4 votes
Print Recipe
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 I bunch Shepu / Dill leaves
  • 3/4 cup Split Yellow Moong daal without skin
  • 1 tbsp Sunflower Oil
  • 1 small pinch Hing/Asafoetida)
  • ยฝ tsp Mohri/Mustard seeds
  • ยฝ tsp Jeere/ Cumin
  • 3 – 4 Kadipatta/ Curry leaves
  • 3 cloves Lasun / Garlic with skin on
  • 1 Thumb sized piece Fresh Ale/ Ginger โ€“ smashed with a khalbatta โ€“ Mortar Pestle
  • ยฝ Kanda/Red onion finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Hirvi Mirchi/ Green Chilli and Kothimbi/ Coriander leaves paste
  • 1 tsp Laal Tikhat/ Red Chilli Powder
  • ยฝ tsp Halad/ Turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp Goda Masala
  • 1.5 heaped tsp freshly grated khobra /Coconut

Instructions
 

  • Wash the moong daal and soak it in hot water for a while โ€“ until you find the daal begins to soften , ensure it doesnโ€™t totally get soft
  • Meanwhile wash and roughly chop the shepu/Dill leaves and tender stalks โ€“ and drain onto a tea towel
  • In a pan gently roast half the chopped onion and the grated coconut, do not allow the mix to to burn โ€“ remove from pan and set aside on a ceramic plate to cool
  • In the same pan heat the oil and prepare the phodni/tadka โ€“ when the oil heats add the mustard seeds and cumin, when they start to sputter add the garlic cloves and ginger , stir till the garlic begins caramelise
  • Meanwhile remove the daal from the water , drain the water through a colander and pat dry
  • Then add the remaining onion and the moong daal, allow the daal to almost fry but not quite
  • Add the goda masala and cook for about a minute , allowing the goda masala to coat the onion and daal thoroughly
  • Add the green masala, red chilli powder, turmeric, then add the shepu and stir for a while
  • Add the roasted onion and grated coconut mixture, and allow to cook on a low flame.
  • The shepu shouldnโ€™t totally go soft and limp, that means it has overcooked. The daal should be cooked like pasta – al-dente – that means you have got the texture just right. Serve hot with a freshly made Jowar or Bajra Bhakri and some chopped onion.
Keyword Dill, Moong, Shepu

Memories of going to small villages in the interior of Maharashtra years ago, enjoying a hot bhakri made over a stove with a spicy bhaji like this in dim lighting and really enjoying everything that the place has to offer. These and other memories come rushing back to me when I make such recipes. After all, what is cooking traditional dishes, if not a journey to some part of our life, even if it may seem like a whole lifetime away?

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Comments

  1. kim says

    April 29, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    What a fabulous recipe! So easy and tasty! I’ll definitely be making this one again!

    Reply
    • manjirichitnis says

      April 29, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      Thanks Kim, I love it when my recipes are created by my readers,tag any photos you click with #travelsfortasteblog Cheers!

      Reply
  2. Jessica Formicola says

    April 29, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    5 stars
    I’d love to try more Indian cuisine, and this looks like the recipe to start with! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • manjirichitnis says

      April 29, 2020 at 1:51 pm

      Hi Jesscia,thank you, I am always thrilled when anyone re-creates my recipes, this one is quite simple. I am missing fresh dill now … maybe after the lockdown lifts I can get some more ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Gloria says

    April 29, 2020 at 2:10 pm

    5 stars
    I have some yellow daal in the basement to use up. Now, if I can find some dill (which I love), I would welcome this dish. Sounds like a plan for the weekend.

    Reply
    • manjirichitnis says

      April 29, 2020 at 10:17 pm

      Do give it a try Gloria, it makes for a really interesting dish, works as a great side

      Reply
  4. mohan kumar says

    May 5, 2020 at 9:36 am

    Thank you for sharing that lovely food recipe.

    Reply
    • Manjiri says

      May 7, 2020 at 12:27 pm

      Thanks Mohan, I love traditional and simple Indian recipes and this one reminds me of home ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Helen @ family-friends-food.com says

    May 11, 2020 at 12:36 pm

    This sounds delicious and so interesting. I’ve never come across dill cooked in this way before. Bookmarking to try!

    Reply
    • Manjiri says

      June 10, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      Hi Helen, I really hope you try my recipe, it is such a simple and homely recipe and a very traditional heirloom one, I adore such recipes

      Reply
  6. Jacqueline Meldrum says

    May 21, 2020 at 10:33 am

    5 stars
    I love dal and I love fresh dill so this is a no-brainer for me. Of course I will have to find some curry leaves first. Sharing this now!

    Reply
    • Manjiri says

      June 10, 2020 at 6:52 pm

      I am so missing my fresh curry leaves Jac! It has inspired me to try and grow my own curry leaf plant, fingers crossed. I need to make this dish again, as soon as I get my hands on fresh dill!

      Reply

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