Maharashtrian Jain Style Sprouted Moong Usal With Bajra Bhakri Recipe

About this recipe

A wholesome and flavorful Jain-friendly sprouted moong usal paired with traditional bajra bhakri, perfect for a light yet protein-packed dinner.

Ingredients

• - Grated Coconut
• 250g Coriander
• 250g Green Chilli
• 250g Ginger
• 500 ml Water
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• - Rock Salt
• 1 L Borges Borgefrit High-Mufa-Oleic Sunflower Oil
• 1 kg Bajra Flour

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a pan on medium flame and add 2 teaspoons of oil. Once hot, add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
2. Step 2: Add grated ginger and chopped green chilies. Sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Step 3: Add sprouted moong beans, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and rock salt. Mix well and add 100 ml water. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until the moong beans are tender but not mushy.
4. Step 4: Once cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and grated coconut. Turn off the heat.
5. Step 5: To prepare the bajra bhakri, knead the bajra flour with warm water into a soft dough. Divide into two portions and roll each into a thick flat disc using your hands.
6. Step 6: Heat a flat griddle (tava) and cook each bhakri on medium flame. Flip and cook both sides until slightly charred and cooked through.
7. Step 7: Serve the sprouted moong usal hot with bajra bhakri.