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Simple and comforting green moong curry sabzi made with mung beans in the Instant Pot Recipe. Learn how to make green moong curry recipe | Maharashtrian mugachi usal | whole moong dal sabzi |

Experience the delightful flavors of green moong curry, a wholesome Indian vegetable dish which is packed with protein and fiber. Crafted with nutritious green moong beans (also known as mung beans), this recipe boasts a vibrant blend of spices. Enjoy a healthy and effortless meal that is perfect for all ages. green moong curry is a light yet satisfying dish, packed with protein and fiber while being low in fat and cholesterol.

Enjoy the simplicity of this recipe, and personalize it to suit your taste. It makes for a delicious, comforting, and hearty meal when served with hot and fluffy rice or Phulkas.

pro tips to make green moong curry recipe: 1. Soaking the moong dal overnight helps it cook faster and more evenly. 2. Mashing the moong dal partially adds a creamy texture to the curry. 3. A dollop of ghee adds richness and flavor to the curry.

Enjoy green moong curry recipe | Maharashtrian mugachi usal | whole moong dal sabzi | with detailed step by step photos.

 

Green Moong Curry recipe - How to make Green Moong Curry

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Preparation Time

15 Mins

Cooking Time

12 Mins

Total Time

27 Mins

Makes

4 servings

Ingredients

Method

For green moong curry
 

  1. To make green moong curry recipe, combine soaked moong, ¼ tsp of turmeric powder, salt and 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker.
  2. Pressure cook it on a medium flame for 2 whistles. Allow the steam to escape and then open the lid. Keep aside.
  3. Heat oil and ghee in a deep non-stick pan, add cumin seeds, onions and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add green chillies, ginger garlic paste and mix well. Add the tomatoes and sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the remaining turmeric powder, malvani masala, coriander cumin seeds powder and garam masala. Mix well.
  6. Add the cooked moong, salt to taste and 1/2 cup of hot water to adjust the consistency.
  7. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 8 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  8. Serve green moong curry hot.

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how to cook green moong

 

    1. To make green moong curry recipe | Maharashtrian mugachi usal | whole moong dal sabzi | in a pressure cooker, add 1 cup soaked moong. Soaking whole green gram (moong dal) before cooking helps to soften the lentils, reduce cooking time, and improve digestion. It also helps to remove any impurities that may be present on the lentils.

    2. Add ¼ tsp of turmeric powder (haldi). Turmeric powder adds a vibrant yellow color to the green moong curry and imparts a warm, earthy flavor. 

    3. Add salt to taste. 

    4. Add 2 cups of water. 

    5. Pressure cook it on a medium flame for 2 whistles.

    6. Allow the steam to escape and then open the lid.

    7. Whisk well and keep aside. 

how to make green moong curry

 

    1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a deep non-stick pan.

    2. Add 1 tbsp ghee. Ghee in green moong curry enhances the flavor and aroma of the dish.

    3. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds. 

    4. Add 1 cup finely chopped onions. Finely chopped onions add a subtle sweetness and a base layer of flavor to the green moong curry. They also release their natural sugars as they cook, contributing to the overall richness of the dish.

    5. Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.

    6. Add 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies. Green chili paste adds a kick of heat and a burst of flavor to the green moong curry.

    7. Add 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste. Ginger-garlic paste adds a complex flavor profile to the green moong curry.

    8. Mix well.

    9. Add ½ cup chopped tomatoes. Chopped tomatoes in green moong curry provide a tangy flavor, a rich texture, and a vibrant color to the dish.

    10. Sauté for 2 minutes.

    11. Add the remaining ¼ tsp turmeric powder (haldi).

    12. Add 1 tbsp malvani masala. Malvani masala in green moong curry adds a unique blend of flavors, including a hint of sweetness and a subtle heat, elevating the dish with a distinct coastal touch.

    13. Add 2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder.

    14. Add ¼ tsp garam masala. Garam masala adds a complex blend of warm, aromatic spices that elevate the flavor profile of the green moong curry.

    15. Mix well.

    16. Add the cooked moong.

    17. Add salt to taste.

    18. Add 1/2 cup of hot water to adjust the consistency. 

    19. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 8 minutes, while stirring occasionally. 

    20. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice.

    21. Add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania).

    22. Mix well.

    23. Serve green moong curry recipe | Maharashtrian mugachi usal | whole moong dal sabzi | hot.

    24. A comforting and wholesome green moong curry made with whole green moong dal, tempered with aromatic spices and cooked to perfection.

pro tips to make green moong curry recipe

 

    1. Soaking the moong dal overnight helps it cook faster and more evenly.

    2. Mashing the moong dal partially adds a creamy texture to the curry.

    3. A dollop of ghee adds richness and flavor to the curry.

benefits of green moong curry

 

    1. Green Moong Curry is rich in below macronutrients, vitamins and minerals given in descending order (highest to lowest). 

      1. Folic Acid (Vitamin B9): Folic acid is an essential vitamin required throughout pregnancy. Folic acid rich Indian foods (kabuli chana, chana dal,  yellow moong dal, urad dal, toor dal , sesame seeds ). 123% of RDA.
      2. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduces the risk of heart disease, prevents the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables (green peas , carrot, bitter gourd ), dals ( chana dal, urad dal , toovar dal) moong, oats, matki, whole grains . 28% of RDA.
      3. Phosphorus : Phosphorus rich Indian foods works closely with calcium to build bones. Phosphorus rich Indian foods like dairy products ( milk, paneer, curds), nuts ( almonds, peanuts, walnuts) , seeds, jowar, bajra, moong, matki, oats, ragi, whole wheat flour etc. 23% of RDA.
      4. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. Indian Foods rich in B1 are Flax seeds (alsi), Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, Garden cress seeds (halim), capsicum, whole wheat flour ,  chana dal, moong, walnuts, masoor dal, brown rice ,  jowar, bajra. 20% of RDA.
      5. Protein : Protein is required for managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body. Have protein rich Indian foods like curds, paneer, Greek yoghurt, tofu, almonds, sprouts, chana, rajma, chick peas, quinoa, buckwheat ). 18% of RDA.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy188 cal
Protein9.7 g
Carbohydrates25.4 g
Fiber6.9 g
Fat5.3 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium14 mg

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Gandhi Dhwani

March 13, 2025, midnight

I was tired of having the regular moong subzi we have always. I then came across this recipe and it totally gives a new taste to the moong subzi. The tomato puree, fresh cream and the prepared paste are key ingredients giving a twist to the subzi. It is definitely 1 of the must try recipe.

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suchitrabala

March 13, 2025, midnight

Very easy to prepare, but great on taste!! The kids loved it

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Archana Aggarwal

March 13, 2025, midnight

I love trying new vegetarian recipes like to make and share it .

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Tarla Dalal

March 13, 2025, midnight

Thanks for your feedback Archana. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.

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Sonal Modi

March 13, 2025, midnight

Tastes excellent. Cashewnuts, poppy seeds and fresh cream enhance the taste. My family members and I enjoyed having it. It is a must try recipe !

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Manali Gawad

March 13, 2025, midnight

A really tasty recipe. Quite a different taste as compared to regular Moong subzi.

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