Matkichi (moth beans)Usal-1

Moad aalelya Matakichi UsaL
            a veggie of sprouted moth beans

      We all know the benefits of sprouted beans. Sprouting increases the protein contents. The seeds are soaked in water for 5-8 hours( according to the type of the seed). Soaked seeds(hence swollen) are then drained and covered and kept at room temperature between 20-25 degree Celsius to germinate. Moog (green beans) germinate faster than  matki( moth beans).
      In winter it takes longer time for beans to germinate. To expedite the process, it is better to soak the seeds in warm water and keep the soaked seeds covered in warm place (e.g. enclosed in pressure cooker or in an airtight container for that period)
      

Ingredients
1 cup sprouted maTki(moth beans)
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 inch ginger (sliced)
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt to taste

Tempering
1tsp oil
2 garlic cloves
1/2  cup chopped onion
1/2tsp turmeric powder

Garnishing
chopped coriander leaves

Method

• Pressure cook the  sprouted maTki(moth beans) by just making it moist with water.
• Heat oil in the kadhai. Add crushed garlic cloves. Fry till they become light brown. 
• Add chopped onion and ginger slices. Fry till onion becomes  soft and transparent. 
• Add turmeric and chili powder. Mix well.
• Add chopped tomatoes. Add garam masala ans salt to taste.
• Add cooked maTki beans. Stir well. Sprinkle some water so it won't become dry.
• Cover with lid for 1-2 minutes.
• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Note
Soak the 1/2 cup maTki  in approx. 1 cup water for 6-8 hours ( do not soak in excess water). Drain (if necessary)the extra water. Tie the soaked matki  lightly in a clean muslin cloth or  handkerchief. Or keep it covered in a warm place for 6-8 hours. ( So basically it takes almost 12-16 hrs to sprout depending upon the beans. If you want to make the veggie on Tuesday morning,then soak the beans on Monday morning before leaving for the office. Drain and keep it in warm place after you return home on Monday evening. So sprouted beans would be ready before hand on Tuesday morning)