Moong Daal Flour / مونگ دال آٹا / Moong Daal Atta / 1kg

Moong Daal Flour, finely milled from high-quality moong lentils to bring you a nutritious and versatile ingredient for your kitchen. Known for its light texture, subtle flavor, and high protein content, this flour is a staple in healthy cooking and baking.

Perfect for making pancakes, parathas, dosas, pakoras, and various traditional recipes, Moong Daal Flour is naturally gluten-free, easy to digest, and packed with essential nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Its smooth consistency ensures that your recipes turn out soft, flavorful, and wholesome every time.

Made from 100% pure moong lentils without any additives or preservatives, this flour offers natural taste and health benefits in every serving. Incorporate Moong Daal Flour into your daily meals for a healthy, protein-rich, and flavorful diet.

Appearance

The flour is pale yellow, lighter than besan. It looks fine and powdery. No grittiness visible to the eye. The color is uniform throughout. When you pour it, it flows smoothly like any good flour should. Fresh flour has a clean, bright appearance.

Texture

The flour feels soft and fine between your fingers. It's smooth, not gritty. When you mix it with water, it creates a smooth batter quickly. No lumps form easily. The texture is finer than chickpea flour. This makes batters smoother and lighter.

Flavor

The taste is mild and slightly sweet. Not as strong as besan. There's an earthy, bean-like flavor that's subtle. It doesn't overpower other ingredients. When cooked, the flavor mellows even more. It's gentle enough for babies and picky eaters.

Aroma

Fresh moong flour has a clean, mild smell. It's not as pungent as some other dal flours. When you cook with it, the aroma is pleasant and nutty. Pakoras made with moong flour smell inviting, not overwhelming. The subtle fragrance lets spices shine through.

Versatility

Make crispy moong dal pakoras for tea time. Cook moong dal cheela for healthy breakfast. Prepare savory pancakes with vegetables mixed in. Use it in face masks for glowing skin. Mix with besan for lighter pakoras. Make protein-rich rotis by adding to wheat flour. Use it for coating cutlets and kebabs. Cook moong dal halwa with this flour. Make dosa batter lighter by adding some. Use it in soups as a thickener.

Precaution

Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Moong flour can go rancid faster than wheat flour. Use within 2-3 months for best quality. Refrigerate if you live in hot, humid areas. Check for any off smell before using. Don't use if it smells musty or bitter. Keep away from moisture completely. Store away from strong-smelling items as it absorbs odors.

FAQs

Q: Can I replace besan with moong flour completely?

A: Sometimes yes, sometimes no. For pakoras and cheela, yes, it works beautifully. Actually makes lighter, crispier results. For traditional besan-based recipes like kadhi or dhokla, the taste will be different. Besan has a stronger flavor that some recipes need. You can mix both flours for a middle ground.

Q: Why does my moong flour smell bitter?

A: It's gone rancid. Moong flour has natural oils that can spoil. This happens faster in hot weather or if exposed to air. Fresh flour smells mild and pleasant. Bitter or musty smell means it's bad. Don't use it. Store flour in the fridge if your kitchen gets hot.