Craving that perfectly crispy, golden moong dal namkeen just like Haldiram’s—but healthier and homemade? In this video, Aarti AtmaRam shares a foolproof, oil-light method to make crunchy moong dal snack that kids and adults will love. No preservatives, no mystery ingredients—just pure, homemade goodness for anytime snacks.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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- ✅ Crispier than store-bought: With just the right soaking and drying technique.
- ✅ Minimal oil: Thanks to the sieve-frying method.
- ✅ Long shelf life: Stays fresh for up to a month in an airtight container.
- ✅ Perfect for Diwali, tea-time, or lunchbox munching.
- ✅ Its Protein rich which give you health.
🫘 Ingredients
- 2 cups thick, skinless moong dal (or any quantity)
- Water (for soaking and rinsing)
- Oil (for deep frying)
- ½ tsp black salt
- ½ tsp regular salt
🔥 Step-by-Step Method
- Rinse Thoroughly Wash moong dal 5–6 times until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures crispiness.
- Soak Briefly Soak for only 2 to 2.5 hours. Over-soaking makes the dal soggy and chewy.
- Dry Smartly Spread on a cotton cloth and dry under a fan for 30 minutes. The top layer should feel dry, but the dal should still be moist inside.
- Fry with Precision Heat oil until very hot. Use a sieve to fry small batches—this prevents splattering and uses less oil. Fry on high flame for 1.5 minutes, then medium for another 1.5 minutes.
- Season & Store Sprinkle black salt and regular salt while the dal is still hot. Mix well and store in an airtight container.
🌸 Aarti’s Wellness Tip
This namkeen is a great alternative to packaged chips. Serve with masala chai or pack in your child’s tiffin for a crunchy, protein-rich snack. It’s a festive snacks as well.