Curried Mung Beans

Curried Mung Beans

"There are days when I want to eat some comfort food and not over indulge. Today was one of those days. I decided to keep it simple and have a meatless supper. This dish was the perfect choice".

Ingredients

2 cups sprouted mung beans

1 medium sized red onion chopped finely

2 medium sized tomatoes chopped finely

1-2 green chilies chopped finely

2-3 flakes garlic crushed in a garlic crusher

2 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp cumin powder

1 tsp garam masala powder (I prefer Mother’s recipe garam masala)

1 tsp turmeric powder

½ tsp red chili powder

1 tsp mustard seeds

salt to taste

2-3 tbsp oil

2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander for garnishing

Directions

In a pan heat oil and add mustard seeds. When the mustard seeds change color, add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes till translucent. Add garlic and green chilies and sauté for a few seconds. Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric, garam masala and red chili powder and sauté for 2-3 seconds. Now add the chopped tomatoes and saute till the tomatoes are completely soft. Then add sprouted mung beans and 2 cups of water. Add salt to taste and stir. Cook on medium heat till mung beans as well cooked. The must be soft to touch but must not completely disintegrate. Turn off the heat and transfer into a serving dish. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve with flat breads or steamed white rice.