A Balanced and Delicious Meal: Vegan Moong Birde, Aloo-Capsicum, and Jowar Roti

July 25, 2024

Embark on a culinary journey with the latest creation in our "Khane Mein Kya Hain?" series – a dish that holds a special place in my heart and promises a delightful fusion of flavors and nutrition. Crafting a perfect equilibrium between protein-rich goodness, vibrant green vegetables, hearty grains, and an explosion of taste, I present to you a dish that's as delightful to your taste buds as it is nourishing for your body. Today's culinary ensemble is elegantly accompanied by the rustic charm of Jowar roti, a bed of aromatic rice, and an enticing coconut-garlic chutney.

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Moong Birde / Spicy Whole Moong curry

Ingredients

Moong – 1 cup – sprouted

Onion finely chopped – 1

Vegetable oil – 1 TBSP

Mustard seeds – 1 TSP

Cumin seeds – 2 TSP

Curry leaves – 4 – 5

Hing powder – 1/4 Tsp

Turmeric powder – 1 Tsp

Red Chilli powder – 1 Tsp

Tamarind Concentrate – 1 TBSP

Freshly grated coconut – ¼ cup

Garlic – 4-5 cloves

Ginger – ½ inch

Jaggery – 1 Tsp

Salt to taste.

Cilantro – finely chopped for serving

Method for Moong Birde:

For masala – add freshly grated coconut , garlic , ginger , 1 Tsp cumin seeds and cilantro to a grinder and grind into a fine paste.

Heat a Pan on medium flame. Once hot add oil.

Once the oil is hot add mustard seeds. Once they splutter , add the cumin seeds and hing powder.

Add Onions and saute till they turn translucent.

Add sprouted moong. Mix well.

Add turmeric powder , chilli powder, grinded masala , salt to taste. Mix well and saute for another 2-3 minutes.

Add tamarind concentrate and jaggery and mix well.

Add warm water to adjust consistency. Cover and let it cook till moong gets cook.

Ingredients For Aloo - Capsicum

Potato – cut into pieces – 2

Capsicum – cut in cubes – 1

Tomato – cut in cubes – 1

Onion – cut in cubes -1

Vegetable oil – 1 TBSP

Mohri / Mustard seeds – 1 Tsp

Jeera / cumin seeds – 1 Tsp

Hing – 1 Tsp

Turmeric powder – 1 Tsp

Red chili powder – 1 Tsp

Coriander seeds powder – 1 Tsp

Salt to taste.

Method For Aloo Capsicum

In a pan, heat oil on medium heat. Once hot , add mustard seeds , jeera , hing. Add onion and saute till they turn translucent.

Add capsicum and potato and stir. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add tomatoes and mix well. Add turmeric powder , chili powder , coriander seeds powder  , salt to taste and mix well.

Add cut potatoes and mix well. Simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes.

So, gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in the symphony of taste that awaits. From the rich, aromatic Moong Birde to the comforting and flavorful Aloo - Capsicum, this ensemble is a testament to the artistry of wholesome cooking.

A Balanced and Delicious Meal: Vegan Moong Birde, Aloo-Capsicum, and Jowar Roti

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Hi! I’m Nimisha C..

My tryst with cooking began when we got to know about food allergies for our son. Taken aback with the shock and restrictions that his diet had and also worried about nutrition...

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