Basic Mung Bean Soup
Ayurvedic recipe Basic Mung Bean Soup
PREPARATION TIME : 10min
COOKING TIME : 30min
SERVES : 2
INGREDIENTS :
- 1/2 cup mung dhal (split hulled mung beans)
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cumin seed
- 1 tsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsps ghee
- Rock salt to taste
METHOD
- Wash the mung dhal. Add water and the turmeric and cook until dhal is tender. Stir occasionally and remove any scum that forms on top.
- Add salt and puree in a blender to a smooth consistency.
- Heat the ghee until it is clear.
- Add the cumin seed and stir briefly to release aroma and flavor. Remove from heat.
- Pour the ghee-spice mixture over the soup. Stir.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
