## Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki) – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Punjabi Lunch**, this dish is **High Protein Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 45 minutes
**Total time:** 55 minutes

**Cuisine:** Punjabi
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** High Protein Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki):

* 1 cup Moth Dal (Matki) – soaked overnight
* 1 Onion – chopped
* 1 Tomato – chopped
* 1 Green Chilli – chopped
* 1 inch Ginger – chopped
* 4 cloves Garlic – chopped
* 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 teaspoon Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
* 2 teaspoons Garam masala powder
* 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* Salt – to taste
* Sunflower Oil
* 1 Green Chilli – chopped
* 1/2 inch Ginger – sliced

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki):

1. we will soak the moth beans over night and keep it ready.
2. Heat a pressure cooker with oil, add cumin seeds and allow it to crackle.
3. Add ginger and garlic, saute until they turn soft.
4. Add onions and saute well till they turn translucent.
5. Add chopped tomatoes and sprinkle with salt and cook till it turns mushy.
6. Add all the spice powders that are mentioned above and give it a mix.
7. Add soaked moth beans with 2 cups of water and adjust the salt levels.
8. Close it with the lid and cook for 4 whistle and turn off the heat.
9. Allow the pressure to release naturally and open the lid.
10. Serve it over a serving bowl and garnish it with green chilli and chopped ginger.
11. Serve the Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe along with hot phulka or Homemade Butter Naan or just with plain steamed rice.

### Tips for the Best Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki):

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Feel free to customize this Punjabi Style Moth Beans Dal Recipe (Matki) recipe with your favorite complementary ingredients!

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