Moong dal pakoda is an easy evening snack that you can enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. It is an excellent appetizer for the parties and potlucks.
Wash and soak the moong dal for 4 - 5 hours. Strain and discard the water from moong dal.
Grind moong dal with ginger, green chilies, and salt to a smooth batter by adding water little by little.
Add chopped onion and mix well. Drop the batter little by little in the hot oil and deep fry until the pakodas turns crispy.