The Dal Index

Moong Dal

also known as split & skinned mung bean

The easiest dal on the stomach and the fastest to the table. The one you cook when someone's unwell — and the one you forget can be genuinely great with brown butter and cumin.

Cook time

~15 minutes

Texture

Silky, almost dissolves

Flavor

Light, clean, gentle

Best for

Khichdi, light tadka dal, chilla batter