Mugachi Usal (Sprouted)/Green Gram Preparation

Ingredients

1 cup whole green gram, 2-3 green or red chilies, 1 tbsp cumin powder, 2 tbsp coriander powder or 1 ½  tbsp goda masala/ black Maharashtrian masala, ½  pinch of turmeric powder, ½ tbsp chili powder, pinch of asafetida/hing, 2-3 tbsp oil, 1 tbsp mustard and cumin seeds, salt and jaggery to taste. Coriander leaves and fresh grated coconut for garnishing.

For sprouting:

• Day 1: Soak green gram in water for 6-7hrs or overnight.
• Day 2 morning: Fully drain the water, and spread green gram on cotton cloth or plate.
• Day 2 evening: You will see spouts. Or wait till sprouting.

          Sprouting period varies from region to region.

How to make

• Heat the oil in a non-stick pan.
• Add mustard and cumin seeds, followed by asafoetida/hing and turmeric powder.
• Now add sprouted green gram and add ½ cup water.
• Stir well, put the lid on and allow it to cook.
• When fully cooked, add coriander powder and cumin powder.
• Now add chili powder followed by salt and jaggery (optional).
• Mix well.
• Allow it to simmer for few minutes.
• Garnish with fresh grated coconut & coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with chapatti and a piece of lemon.