Bonda Soup

Name: Bonda Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup moong dal; 2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/4 tsp asafoetida powder; 6 tsp oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 2 tsp peppercorns; 1/4 tsp hing / asafoetida; 1 ginger; 1 small bulb garlic; 5 green chillies; 2 tomatoes; water; 1/2 Juice of lemon; 1 handful coriander leaves; 1 sprig curry leaves; 1 cup urad dal; 1 tsp salt; a pinch cooking soda; 1/4 cup coconut; 2 green chillies; oil

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

Bonda Soup is a beloved Karnataka breakfast dish that’s equal parts comforting and fun to eat. Imagine golden, crispy urad-dal bondas soaking in a flavorful moong dal soup — the broth is light yet spiced with pepper, ginger, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon. Every bite is a mix of soft, crunchy, tangy, and savory. This dish works beautifully as a weekend breakfast, a cozy dinner, or even a teatime snack when you want something filling but wholesome. If you’re new to South Indian recipes, this one is an easy and rewarding place to start — simple steps, familiar ingredients, and a final result that tastes like home.

Updated at: Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:09:05 GMT