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Moogachi Usali | Goan Style Sprouted Green Gram Stir Fry

Explore the flavors of Goan Moogachi Usal, a traditional stir fry dish made with sprouted green gram. This authentic Goan recipe features a blend of spices including mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and red chili powder. Discover how to prepare this flavorful and nutritious dish, perfect snack or side dish in Goan cuisine.
Course Breakfast, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Goan, Indian
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 People
Author Raksha Kamat

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sprouted Moong/Green gram
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 1 pinch of asafeotida
  • 1 teaspoon jaggery grated
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 2 green chilies
  • 2 tablespoon coconut grated
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 teasoon salt or as per taste

Instructions

  • Place the sprouted green gram in a pressure cooker and add enough water to cover the sprouts. Pressure cook for 2 whistles, then turn off the gas. Allow the pressure to release naturally. Once the pressure is released, drain the cooked sprouted green gram using a colander. You can retain the water for use in other recipes if desired.
    2 cups sprouted Moong/Green gram
  • Heat oil in a pan or kadai over medium heat.
    1 tablespoon oil
  • Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds to the pan. Let them splutter.
    1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • After the mustard seeds crackle, add cumin seeds and a pinch of asafoetida to the pan. Sauté for a few seconds until they release their aroma.
    1 teaspoon cumin seed, 1 pinch of asafeotida
  • Add the chopped green chilies to the pan and sauté for a few more seconds, allowing the flavors to infuse.
    2 green chilies
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder and red chili powder into the pan. Stir well to combine the spices with the tempering.
    1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • Add the pressure cooked sprouted green gram to the pan and mix well with the spices. Ensure that the sprouts are coated evenly.
  • Add the grated coconut and jaggery into the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
    2 tablespoon coconut, 1 teaspoon jaggery
  • Add salt to taste and mix thoroughly.
    1/2 teasoon salt