Follow these steps for perfect results
Dry Red Chilli
dried
Sunflower Oil
Salt
to taste
Tomato
finely chopped
Cumin Seeds
Onion
finely chopped
Coriander Leaves
chopped
Green Moong Sprouts
steamed
Garlic
Turmeric Powder
Methi Leaves
roughly chopped
Jaggery
powdered
Shallots
chopped
Pressure cook the sprouted green gram for one whistle with a cup of water and keep aside.
Make a coarse mix of the shallots, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, and dry red chilli using a mortar and pestle.
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.
Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
Add the pounded masala mix and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until mushy.
Add the fenugreek leaves, turmeric powder, and salt; mix well.
Cook the fenugreek leaves to 3/4th, stirring occasionally, adding a bit of water if needed.
Continue stirring on low-medium heat until the fenugreek leaves are mostly done.
Add the cooked sprouted green gram and jaggery powder; mix well.
Simmer for about 5 minutes or until done, allowing any water to evaporate.
Garnish with coriander leaves; mix well and switch off the heat.
Serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of jaggery to your liking.
Soaking the sprouts before steaming can reduce bitterness.
Adding a squeeze of lemon juice at the end can brighten the flavors.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a drizzle of ghee.
Serve with Akki Rotti
Serve as a side dish with rice and dal
Cools the palate
Discover the story behind this recipe
A common dish in Karnataka cuisine, often made with seasonal vegetables and sprouts.
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