<p>Moong Dal Pakoda (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the winter weather!</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1317" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="1536" height="2048" /></p>
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<div id="attachment_1319" style="width: 3034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1319" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1319" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_2.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="3024" height="4032" /><p id="caption-attachment-1319" class="wp-caption-text">Moong Dal Pakoda Ingredients</p></div>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1320" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="3024" height="4032" /></p>
<div id="attachment_1316" style="width: 3034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1316" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1316" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ChiliGarlicChutney_1.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="3024" height="4032" /><p id="caption-attachment-1316" class="wp-caption-text">Chili Garlic Chutney Ingredients</p></div>
<div id="attachment_1315" style="width: 3034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1315" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1315" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ChiliGarlicChutney.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="3024" height="4032" /><p id="caption-attachment-1315" class="wp-caption-text">Chili Garlic Chutney</p></div>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1321" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_4.jpg" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" width="3024" height="4032" /></p>
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				<div class="wprm-recipe-time"><span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes">20</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes">mins</span></div>
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				<div class="wprm-recipe-time"><span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes">40</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes">mins</span></div>
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		<p>Moong Dal Pakoda - Lentil Fritters is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!</p>	</div>
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					Appetizer, Snack				</span>
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					Indian				</span>
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					festive, traditional				</span>
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					Appetizers, Chaat (Indian Street Food), Snacks, Traditional				</span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-servings-name">Servings</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-servings-1322">6</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-servings-unit"></span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-calories-name">Calories</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-calories">250</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit">kcal</span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-author-name">Author</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author">Nidhi Bothra</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1 1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2tL5hRx" target="_blank">yellow moong dal (petite split yellow lentils)</a></span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, soaked in warm water for 2-3 hours</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">methi (fenugreek leaves)</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, chopped</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">spring onions</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, chopped</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/4</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">peas</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">carrots</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, finely chopped</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">ginger</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, minced</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">green chili</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, finely chopped</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/4</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">cilantro</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, chopped</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">pinch</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2Sxt416" target="_blank">asafoetida powder (hing)</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">coriander seeds</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, crushed</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">fennel seeds</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, crushed</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">rice flour</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes"> for extra crispiness</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2Cd0a1v" target="_blank">red chili powder</a></span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2QSV4zt" target="_blank">garam masala</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">roasted cumin powder</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">sesame seeds</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2pFYNRI" target="_blank">salt</a></span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes"> to taste</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">oil</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, hot for adding to mixture</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">oil</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, for frying</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">red bell peppers</span>
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										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">14</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">garlic cloves</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">oil</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">kashmiri red chili powder</span>
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										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">deggi mirch masala</span>
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										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">lemon juice</span>
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										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
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										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">water</span>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text">Rinse the dal and soak it for at least 2-3 hours or overnight in warm water. Then, drain the water, rinse the dal and then coarsely grind it with very little water.</div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text">Add all of the ingredients and mix it so it forms a cohesive mixture.</div>
															<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image"><img width="113" height="150" src="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?fit=113%2C150&;ssl=1" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?w=3024&;ssl=1 3024w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?resize=113%2C150&;ssl=1 113w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?resize=225%2C300&;ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?resize=420%2C560&;ssl=1 420w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?resize=960%2C1280&;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?w=1680&;ssl=1 1680w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_5.jpg?w=2520&;ssl=1 2520w" sizes="(max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px" /></div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text">Heat the oil for frying.</div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text">Make small balls about 3-4 inch in diameter and drop them in the oil.</div>
															<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image"><img width="113" height="150" src="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?fit=113%2C150&;ssl=1" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?w=3024&;ssl=1 3024w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?resize=113%2C150&;ssl=1 113w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?resize=225%2C300&;ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?resize=420%2C560&;ssl=1 420w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?resize=960%2C1280&;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?w=1680&;ssl=1 1680w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_8.jpg?w=2520&;ssl=1 2520w" sizes="(max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px" /></div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Cook on medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. </p></div>
															<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image"><img width="113" height="150" src="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?fit=113%2C150&;ssl=1" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?w=3024&;ssl=1 3024w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?resize=113%2C150&;ssl=1 113w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?resize=225%2C300&;ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?resize=420%2C560&;ssl=1 420w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?resize=960%2C1280&;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?w=1680&;ssl=1 1680w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_6.jpg?w=2520&;ssl=1 2520w" sizes="(max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px" /></div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text">Serve with chutney and enjoy!</div>
															<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image"><img width="113" height="150" src="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?fit=113%2C150&;ssl=1" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather!" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?w=3024&;ssl=1 3024w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?resize=113%2C150&;ssl=1 113w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?resize=225%2C300&;ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?resize=420%2C560&;ssl=1 420w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?resize=960%2C1280&;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?w=1680&;ssl=1 1680w, https://i0.wp.com/naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/MoongDalPakodaLentilFritters_3.jpg?w=2520&;ssl=1 2520w" sizes="(max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px" /></div>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name">Chili Garlic Chutney:</div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Grind everything together into a thin paste and adjust seasoning to taste. Serve with moong dal pakodas! </p></div>
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		<div class="wprm-recipe-header wprm-color-header">Recipe Notes</div>
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<li>You can add any vegetable of your choice (e.g. corn, spinach, bell pepprs) to the pakodas.</li>
<li>In Chili Garlic Chutney, instead of kashmiri chili powder and deggi mirch masala, you can use 3 dried red chilies soaked in warm water for 30 minutes.</li>
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	<div class="nutrition-recipe">Moong Dal Pakoda - Lentil Fritters</div>
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					Amount Per Serving						</div>
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		<span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Calories</strong> 250</span>
				<span class="nutrition-percentage">Calories from Fat 36</span>
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		<span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>% Daily Value*</strong></span>
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	<div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-fat"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Fat</strong> 4g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>6%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-sodium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Sodium</strong> 27mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>1%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-potassium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Potassium</strong> 589mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>17%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-carbohydrates"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Carbohydrates</strong> 37g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>12%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-fiber"><span class="nutrition-sub">Fiber 16g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>67%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-sugar"><span class="nutrition-sub">Sugar 2g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>2%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-protein"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Protein</strong> 15g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>30%</strong></span></div>			<div class="nutrition-line nutrition-line-big"></div>
	<div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_a"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Vitamin A</strong> 1615IU</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>32%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_c"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Vitamin C</strong> 26.7mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>32%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-calcium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Calcium</strong> 158mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>16%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-iron"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Iron</strong> 5.2mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>29%</strong></span></div>		<div class="nutrition-warning">* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.</div>
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Moong Dal Pakoda – Lentil Fritters
