Moong Dal ke Pakode - 2 ways | Holi Special Recipe | Palak ke Pakode

✨ The Pakode You’ll Keep Coming Back To: Crispy Moong Dal Pakode (2 Ways)! 🌧️☕ Nothing beats the comfort of hot, crispy pakode — especially when they’re light, flavourful, and made with moong dal. These Moong Dal Pakode are crunchy on the outside, soft inside, and packed with spices that make every bite irresistible 😍 Made with soaked moong dal, fresh ginger, green chilli, curry leaves, and a fragrant spice blend, these pakode are perfect for chai-time, rainy evenings, or whenever you’re craving something homemade and comforting. You can enjoy them two ways — classic plain or with spinach for that extra bite and colour. 👨‍🍳 Pro Tips from this Video:✅ Grind the dal coarse — not smooth — for the best texture.✅ Don’t overdo the water; the batter should be thick and airy.✅ A pinch of baking soda / Eno right before frying keeps the pakode light and fluffy.✅ Fry on medium heat so they cook through and turn perfectly crisp. Serve them hot with green chutney or ketchup and enjoy them straight off the kadhai! Moong Dal Pakora (2 ways) Prep Time: 4–5 hours (soaking) + 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15–20 minutes Serves: 3–4 For Spices Cumin (जीरा) - 1½ tsp Coriander seeds (धनिया बीज) - 2 tbsp Black pepper (काली मिर्च) - 1 tbsp For Batter Moong dal, skinless (मूंग दाल धुली) - 1 cup Water (पानी) - a dash Green Chilli, chopped (हरि मिर्च) - 2 nos Ginger, chopped (अदरक) - 1 tbsp Spinach, chopped (पालक) - ½ cup (optional) Onion, chopped (प्याज़) - ½ cup Curry Leaves (कड़ी पत्ता)- 10-12 leaves Salt (नमक) - to taste Turmeric Powder (हल्दी) - ¾ tsp Chilli Powder (मिर्ची पाउडर) - 1½ tsp Kasoori methi leaves (कसूरी मेथी) - a large pinch Dry Mango Powder (अमचूर) - 2 tsp Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) - handful Baking soda/powder or Eno (बेकिंग सोडा या पाउडर या ईनो) - 1 tsp Oil (तेल) - for deep frying METHOD Step 1: Prepare the Spice Mix 1. Dry roast cumin, coriander seeds, and black pepper on low heat till aromatic. 2. Cool slightly and grind into a coarse powder. Keep aside. Step 2: Prepare the Dal Batter 1. Soak moong dal for 4–5 hours. Drain completely. 2. Grind the dal using very little water to a coarse, thick batter. Do not make it smooth. 3. Transfer the batter to a bowl and whisk lightly to incorporate air. Step 3: Flavour the Batter 1. Add green chilli, ginger, onion, curry leaves, coriander leaves, salt, turmeric, chilli powder, kasoori methi, dry mango powder, and the prepared spice mix. 2. Mix gently to combine. 3. Divide the batter into two portions. * Keep one plain. * Add chopped spinach to the second portion and mix lightly. Step 4: Frying the Pakode 1. Heat oil in a kadhai on medium heat. 2. Just before frying, add baking soda / Eno to the batter and mix gently. 3. Drop small portions of batter into hot oil using your fingers or a spoon. 4. Fry on medium heat, turning occasionally, till golden and crisp. 5. Remove and drain on absorbent paper. Step 5: Serve Serve hot with green chutney, imli chutney, or ketchup, along with a cup of hot chai. Try this recipe and tell me — plain or spinach, which one’s your favourite? 👇 #MoongDalPakode #PakoraLove #IndianSnacks #ChaiTimeSnacks #ComfortFood #HomemadePakode #EveningSnacks #VegetarianRecipes #CrispyPakora #RainyDayFood #KunalKapur Hi, I am Chef Kunal Kapur and this is my space, my channel. Subscribe & Together let's cook. 👉🏻 Click here to Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/KunalKapur 👉🏻 Website: http://www.chefkunalkapur.com/​​​​​​​ Follow Chef Kunal Kapur on your favorite Social Media Channels: 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekunalkapur​ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefkunal​​​ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChefKunalKapur​​​​ 📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/chefkunal ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Item Title: Happy Childhood Item URL: https://elements.envato.com/happy-childhood-R98D5F6 Item ID: R98D5F6 Author Username: LoopsLab Licensee: Kunal Kapur License Name: Moong Dal Pakora License Date:January 22nd, 2026 Item License Code: 5LAMP9FJ8H