Why You'll Love This Sprouts Curry

• High in plant-based protein
• Naturally vegan and gluten-free
• Excellent source of fiber
• Easy one-pot recipe
• Great for meal prep
• Budget-friendly ingredients

This curry is hearty enough for dinner yet light enough for lunch. It's one of those recipes that tastes even better the next day as the spices continue to develop.

Ingredients

• Whole Moong ( Mung ) Sprouts : Fresh homemade or store-bought green moong sprouts.
• Spices : The curry is flavored with Garam Masala which is classic Indian Spice blend of warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. Additionally coriander-cumin powder adds classic, rustic curry flavors.
• Curry essentials : Onion, minced ginger and garlic add depth of flavors. Lemon and cilantro for garnish. I don't use tomatoes in this curry, but feel free to use it if you like.
• Oil tempering: For typical tadka / oil tempering, we use oil , black mustard seeds , cumin seeds , turmeric powder, red chili powder and a bay leaf. If you have it easily available, pinch of asafetida and few fresh curry leaves also taste wonderful.

How to Make Sprouts Curry

• Start the instant pot in SAUTE mode and heat oil in it. Add mustard and cumin seeds, bay leaf and let them sizzle.
• Add onions , ginger and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions become golden brown. Add rest of the spices and stir. Add the sprouts and water. Stir well. Press CANCEL.
• Close the instant pot lid with valve at SEALING position.
• Press MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK mode for 2 minutes. When the instant pot beeps, press Cancel ( don't let it go to KEEP WARM mode)
• Wait for about 5 minutes and then release the pressure by moving the valve from SEALING to VENTING.
• Open the lid and add lemon juice and cilantro. Stir well. Your sprouted green moong curry is ready. Serve warm.

Serving Suggestions

This healthy sprouts curry pairs well with Jeera Rice, Peas Pualo, Cilantro Lime Rice or Turmeric Lemon Rice for scrumptious Indian dinner at home. It is typically served along with Masala Papad, Carrot Ginger Pickle or Sweet Lemon Pickle for wholesome complete meal. 

A typical Indian meal includes a dry veggie curry like Cabbage Stir Fry, a lentil curry like Dal Tadka along with rice, roti and raita accompanied by some pickles, chutney or papad. These everyday meal tend to be balanced and homely.

Variations

Different Beans and Lentils : My mom used to make delicious curries with variety of beans and lentils including Mung beans, Matki (moth beans) Masur (Red lentils) Chavali (black eyed peas) and Kala Chana (black chickpeas)

Coconut Milk : You can add 1 cup of coconut milk to make this curry rich and creamy.

You can make this curry either slurpy liquid curry or a dry stir fry. Adjust amount of water accordingly.

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Storage

This vegan sprouts curry makes an excellent meal prep. you can double or triple the recipe and use it for multiple meals. It freezes well too. For short term, store it in air tight containers for up-to 4 days in refrigerator. For longer duration, freeze it for up to 3 months.

What Are Green Moong Sprouts?

Green moong sprouts are whole mung beans that have been soaked and sprouted for one to three days. Sprouting enhances their nutritional profile by making nutrients more bioavailable while improving digestibility.

Compared to regular dried mung beans, sprouts have more Vitamin C, better digestibility, increased antioxidants, higher enzyme activity, excellent fiber content and plenty of plant protein

They're widely used in Indian cooking, salads, stir-fries, and wholesome curries like this one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use unsprouted green moong?

Yes, but you'll need to soak the beans overnight and increase the cooking time significantly. Sprouted beans cook faster and have a milder flavor.

Are green moong sprouts healthy?

Absolutely. They're rich in plant protein, fiber, iron, folate, potassium, antioxidants, and several vitamins, making them a nutritious choice for vegetarian and vegan diets.

Can I make this curry without onion and garlic?

Yes. Skip the onion and garlic and add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) along with cumin seeds for a delicious no-onion, no-garlic version.

Is sprouts curry freezer-friendly?

Yes. Cool the curry completely before freezing in portion-sized containers. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently.