Moong Dal Ka Seera

Indulge in the rich and aromatic tradition of Indian sweets with Moong Dal Ka Seera, a luxurious dessert crafted from yellow moong dal, ghee, and warm milk. This golden-hued delight boasts a nutty aroma from slow roasting the dal in clarified butter, followed by the creamy infusion of milk and the sweetness of granulated sugar. Delicately spiced with cardamom powder and adorned with sliced almonds and chopped pistachios, every spoonful of this seera is a symphony of textures and flavors. Perfect for festivals, special occasions, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, this timeless recipe comes together in just about an hour and serves four generously. Experience the authentic essence of Indian cuisine with this irresistibly rich and comforting dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow moong dal (split yellow lentils)
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons Almonds (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios (chopped)
• 1 cup Warm water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the yellow moong dal thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. Soak it in 1 cup of warm water for 3-4 hours.

Step 2

Drain the soaked moong dal and grind it into a coarse paste without adding any additional water.

Step 3

Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadhai over medium heat. Once hot, add the moong dal paste and start roasting it.

Step 4

Stir continuously to prevent sticking and roast the moong dal paste until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. This process could take about 20-25 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, heat the milk in a separate saucepan until it comes to a gentle boil, then keep it warm.

Step 6

Once the dal is roasted, slowly add the hot milk to the pan, stirring continuously to incorporate it with the dal. Be cautious as the mixture may splutter.

Step 7

Cook the mixture until the milk is fully absorbed by the dal and the mixture thickens, which should take around 8-10 minutes.

Step 8

Add the sugar to the pan and mix it well. Continue stirring and cooking until the sugar dissolves completely and the seera attains a glossy texture.

Step 9

Sprinkle the cardamom powder over the mixture and mix it to incorporate the flavor evenly.

Step 10

Garnish the seera with sliced almonds and chopped pistachios, saving some for serving if desired.

Step 11

Serve the Moong Dal Ka Seera warm, garnished with additional nuts on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1398.5 grams (1398.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4029

Total Fat 265.20g	340%
Saturated Fat 154.90g	775%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 650mg	217%
Sodium 221mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 352.60g	128%
Dietary Fiber 20.30g	73%
Total Sugars 231.50g
Protein 72.40g	145%

Vitamin D 215IU	1074%
Calcium 780mg	60%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 3548mg	75%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 34.5%