Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Thursday 24 March 2011

Sprouted Mung Bean Curry

A very healthy vegetarian dish which is quick and easy to make.


Ingredients:

250g Sprouted mung bean (see below how to sprout the beans)
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tin chopped tomatoes
2 tsp tomato puree
2 large potatoes, cubed
1 cup peas
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup sliced french beans
1 green chilli chopped finely
2 flakes garlic
1 tbsp ginger/garlic paste
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
2 tsp pav bhaji masala
1 tsp amchur (dried mango) powder
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp sunflower oil
2 tsp lemon juice
2-3 tbsp freshly chopped coriander
salt and pepper for seasoning

Method:

1. In a saucepan boil some water, add the sprouted mung beans. Boil for 5-6 mins, do not over cook, it should be crunchy. Drain and keep aside. Similarly in another saucepan boil the rest of the veg, but make sure it is cooked until very soft. Drain & mash everything together, keep aside.

2. Heat oil . Add the cumin seeds, once they start to splutter, add the green chilli, garlic and onions. Stir , add the ginger/garlic paste. Saute until onions are translucent.

3. Add the tinned tomatoes and tomato puree. Season with salt. Cook until the oil separates.

4. Mix in the turmeric, coriander,chilli powder & pav bhaji masala. Season if required. Cook well until it starts to bubble.

5. Add in the mashed mung & veg, stir well. Add the butter and amchur powder. Taste for salt . Crush some fresh pepper. Add little water if required. The consistency should be thick.Cook for 5-8 mins

6. Add the coriander & lemon juice, stir well. Serve hot.


Tips:

To sprout the mung, you will need to soak overnight the mung beans in some water. Next morning drain the water and seal the mung beans in an air tight container. Store in a warm place. It should sprout in 2 days.

You could use fresh desi ghee instead of butter.



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