- Take moong dal in a pan, cover with water and cook till done. Take grinding ingredients in a blender, add water little by little and make it into a smooth paste. Prepare veggies and wash them well. Now take them in a pot and add in salt, turmeric powder and water. Mix well. Bring it to a boil and cover and simmer the flame and cook for 15 to 20 mins till veggies are done. Once the veggies are done, add dal and coconut masala and mix well. Simmer for a further 5 mins. Now make seasoning by heating oil and crackling the mustard,cumin,curry leaves, pour this in to the curry and mix well. Serve with rice.