Washed mung dal — hulled and split moong beans that have had their green outer skins removed to reveal the pale yellow, silky grain beneath — is one of the most treasured and versatile lentils in Indian cooking. Prized across all regions of the subcontinent for its light, easily digestible character and delicately sweet, clean flavour, washed mung dal holds a special place in Indian cuisine as a food for all occasions — from everyday family meals to hospital diets and post-illness recovery cooking. Lioncroft's Mung Dal Washed is sourced from quality producers and cleaned to ensure the purity and consistency that great cooking demands.

The gentle flavour of washed mung dal makes it an ideal canvas for a wide range of spiced tempered preparations. A simple tarka dal made with washed moong, tempered with cumin, garlic, and dried chilli, is one of the most satisfying and nourishing meals imaginable. Washed moong also forms the basis of moong dal khichdi — the supremely comforting, lightly spiced rice and lentil dish beloved across India as the ultimate comfort food. It cooks quickly without the need for pre-soaking and blends smoothly into soups and purées. Rich in plant-based protein, folate, and antioxidants, Lioncroft's Washed Mung Dal is a nutritional powerhouse wrapped in the most gentle, approachable of flavours — a lentil for every kitchen and every occasion.