matki usal | vegan sprouted moth beans curry recipe
matki chi usal recipe is a traditional maharashtrian dish made with sprouted moth beans, spices and a slight tang
Servings: 1
Equipment
- Pan
- food processor /chopper optional
- sieve optional
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup sprouted moth beans matki sprouts
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- pinch of asafoetida (optional, avoid if gluten-free)
- 2-3 stalks green onions / 1 small onion chopped
- 1-2 green chilies optional
- 1.5 cups water
Spice mix
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp. coriander powder
- 1 tsp goda masala / garam masala or as per taste
- salt as per taste
Instructions
- Rinse the sprouts under cool running water. Discard sprouts that look spoiled or smell musty, but do not use smell alone to judge safety. Cook sprouts thoroughly before eating; do not eat them raw or undercooked.
- Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds,chillies(optional). Add green onions, cook for 3-4 minutes. You can also add 1 tbsp. garlic ginger paste or some grated ginger at this stage.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan along with some salt. Let it soften.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder / paprika, coriander powder and goda masala and mix well. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes on low flame.
- Now, add sprouts and mix well.
- Add 1.5 cups of water and cook until the sprouts are thoroughly cooked and tender; about 10 minutes may be needed, but allow longer if necessary. Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh coriander and adjust salt to taste.