Goan Drumstick Dal Recipe | Moska Saanga Bhaji with Coconut Masala

Goan Drumstick Dal Recipe | Moska Saanga Bhaji with Coconut Masala

 

Goan Drumstick Dal Recipe | Moska Saanga Bhaji with Coconut Masala

🌿 About This Dish

Drumsticks, known as Moska Saanga in Konkani, are a staple in Goan cooking. They add a unique flavor and nutrition to dishes like Suki Baji, Rasa, Khatkhate, and Dal. This simple and comforting Goan Dal with drumsticks is a wholesome meal served best with steamed rice or roti.

Servings : 3
Cooking Time: 15-20 min
Cuisine: Goan
Author :Puja Raghuvir Naik

🥥 Ingredients

• 3–4 drumsticks, peeled and cut into pieces
• 1/2 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
• 2 green chilies
• 1 cup freshly grated coconut
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• Small ball of tamarind
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed

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👩‍🍳 Method

1. Peel the drumsticks and cut into 3–4 inch pieces.
2. Soak toor dal overnight. Next day, pressure cook or boil the dal with the chopped onion until soft.
3. Grind freshly grated coconut, tamarind, turmeric powder, and coriander seeds into a thin paste using little water.
4. In a pot, add drumsticks, chopped tomatoes, green chilies, salt, and enough water. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
5. Add the cooked dal and the ground coconut-tamarind paste to the pot. Mix well.
6. Continue boiling the gravy until the drumsticks are tender. Add water if the gravy becomes too thick.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestion

This dal pairs beautifully with plain steamed rice and a side of pickles or fresh salad for a complete Goan meal.

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