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    Halidram Namkeen | moong dal namkeen | Chana dal namkeen | matar namkeen

    October 7, 2025 By Vidya Srinivasan Leave a Comment

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    Halidram Namkeen | 3 popular namkeen recipes | moong dal namkeen | Chana dal namkeen | matar namkeen with step-by-step pictures and video recipe. Check out the namkeen video recipe. If you like the video, pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel. Check out other Traditional Indian savory snacks in TMF

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    Moong dal, chana dal, and matar namkeen are beloved Indian snacks known for their savory, crunchy textures and rich flavors. These protein-packed snacks, made from split green gram (moong dal), chickpeas (chana dal), and green peas (matar), are lightly fried and seasoned with a blend of spices, offering the perfect balance of taste and nutrition. Moong dal namkeen is popular for its lightness and crispy texture, making it a favorite among health-conscious snackers. Chana dal namkeen, on the other hand, has a hearty crunch and a nutty taste, while matar namkeen provides a satisfying, earthy flavor that pairs well with tea or coffee. Enjoyed as standalone snacks or as part of a mixed namkeen blend, moong dal, chana dal, and matar namkeen offer versatile options for those craving a savory treat. Whether for a midday pick-me-up or an evening snack, these namkeens make a tasty, protein-rich choice that’s both satisfying and easy to digest

    Should I fry crispy dal?

    Yes, always fry crispy dal. Fry  till bubbles subside and the sshh sound ceases

    Flavors

    You can add any flavor of your choice. Adjust the spice according to your taste

    Can I skip baking soda?

    To make crispy matar namkeen, I would recommend

    Optimal oil temperature

    • Too hot oil - dal turns dark (burn)
    • Not hot enough - sinks to the bottom of the pan soon after dropping
    • Right Oil Temperature - dal float

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    Ingredients 

    Moong dal namkeen

    1/2 cup moong dal

     salt, for soaking

    water, for soaking

    Seasoning 

    Black salt

    Ginger powder

    Black salt

    Chat masala

    Kashmiri chilli powder

    Pepper powder

    oil, for frying

    MATAR NAMKEEN

    1/2 cup green peas

    Pinch of baking soda

     salt

    water, for soaking

    Seasoning

    Black salt

    Ginger powder

    Black salt

    Chat masala

    Kashmiri chilli powder

    Pepper powder 

    CHANA DAL NAMKEEN

    1/2 cup chana dal

     salt

    water, for soaking

    oil, for frying

    Seasoning

    Black salt

    Ginger powder

    Black salt

    Chat masala

    Kashmiri chilli powder

    HOW TO MAKE HALDIRAM NAMKEEN WITH STEP BY STEP-BY-STEP PICTURES:

    Haldiram’s style moong dal namkeen preparation:

    • Firstly, in a large bowl, take  moong dal, salt, and water; soak till they turn soft, and press

    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely

    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously

    • After around 10 minutes, the dal will turn crunchy
    • Drain off the namkeen over a  kitchen paper towel to remove excess oil

    • When the namkeen is still hot, add the seasoning and  mix well

    • HALIDRAM’S STYLE MOONG DAL NAMKEEN is ready

    Haldiram’s style matar namkeen preparation:

    • First, in a large bowl, green peas, soda,  salt, and water; soak for 8 hours. Soda helps to soak the peas well and turns the matar soft when frying

    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely
    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously

     

    • The dal will turn crunchy. You can hear a crunchy sound while stirring

     

    • Drain off the namkeen over kitchen paper to remove excess oil

     

    • When the namkeen is still hot, add seasoning

    • Mix well, making sure all the spices are well combined

    • Finally, HALIDRAM’S STYLE MATAR NAMKEEN is ready

    Haldiram’s style chana dal namkeen preparation:

    • First, in a large bowl, take  chana dal, salt, and water; soak well

    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely

    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously

    • Drain off the namkeen over kitchen paper to remove excess oil

    • When the namkeen is still hot, add seasoning

    • Mix well, making sure all the spices are well combined
    • Finally, HALIDRAM’S STYLE CHANA DAL NAMKEEN is ready

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    Ingredients

    Moong dal namkeen

    • 1/2 cup moong dal
    • salt for soaking
    • water for soaking
    • Seasoning
    • Black salt
    • Ginger powder
    • Black salt
    • Chat masala
    • Kashmiri chilli powder
    • Pepper powder
    • oil for frying

    MATAR NAMKEEN

    • 1/2 cup green peas
    • Pinch of baking soda
    • salt
    • water for soaking
    • Seasoning
    • Black salt
    • Ginger powder
    • Black salt
    • Chat masala
    • Kashmiri chilli powder
    • Pepper powder

    CHANA DAL NAMKEEN

    • 1/2 cup chana dal
    • salt
    • water for soaking
    • oil for frying
    • Seasoning
    • Black salt
    • Ginger powder
    • Black salt
    • Chat masala
    • Kashmiri chilli powder

    Instructions

    Haldiram’s style moong dal namkeen preparation:

    • Firstly, in a large bowl, take  moong dal, salt, and water; soak till they turn soft, press
    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely
    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously
    • After around 10 minutes, the dal will turn crunchy
    • Drain off the namkeen over a  kitchen paper towel to remove excess oil
    • When the namkeen is still hot, add seasoning and  mix well

    HALIDRAM’S STYLE MOONG DAL NAMKEEN is ready

    • Haldiram’s style matar namkeen preparation:
    • First, in a large bowl, green peas, soda,  salt, and water; soak for 8 hours. Soda helps to soak the peas well and turns the matar soft when frying
    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely
    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously
    • The dal will turn crunchy. You can hear a crunchy sound while stirring
    • Drain off the namkeen over kitchen paper to remove excess oil
    • When the namkeen is still hot, add seasoning
    • Mix well, making sure all the spices are well combined
    • Finally, HALIDRAM’S STYLE MATAR NAMKEEN is ready

    Haldiram’s style chana dal namkeen preparation:

    • First, in a large bowl, take  chana dal, salt, and water; soak well
    • Drain off the water and spread it on a clean cloth to dry completely
    • deep fry in hot oil, stirring continuously
    • drain off the namkeen over kitchen paper to remove excess oil
    • when the namkeen is still hot, add seasoning
    • Mix well, making sure all the spices are well combined
    • Finally, HALIDRAM’S STYLE CHANA DAL NAMKEEN is ready

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    Notes

    Make sure to fry on medium flame, else there are chances for the dal not to cook from the inside
    Also, add spices according to the flavours of your choice.
    Additionally, be careful while frying as the dal may splutter. You can partially cover and fry if you feel the dal is bursting at the oil.
    Enjoy with coffee or chai
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