What is the best way to cook split yellow moong dal?

Split yellow moong dal is a popular ingredient in Indian cuisine and can be cooked in several ways. Here's a simple recipe for cooking split yellow moong dal:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup split yellow moong dal
• 3 cups water
• 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Fresh cilantro, choppe
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Instructions:

1. Rinse the split yellow moong dal and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain the water and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat ghee or oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and cook for 1-2 minutes until they start to pop.
3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pot and sauté for 5-6 minutes until the onions become translucent.
4. Add turmeric powder, salt, and the soaked moong dal to the pot and stir well.
5. Add 3 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dal is fully cooked and has a creamy consistency.
6. Add lemon juice and fresh cilantro to the dal and stir well.
7. Serve hot with rice or bread.

This recipe is a basic way to cook split yellow moong dal, but you can also add other vegetables, spices, or herbs to customize it to your taste. Enjoy!