Sprouted Matki curry

Sprouts are popular as one of the most nutritious products now-a-days. They have been widely used in Traditional Indian Cuisine from centuries. And like my Mom always says, this is one ingredient with which you can make very tasty yet healthy recipes.
  
One of the first recipes that I learnt from my mom-in-law is this unique Matki recipe. Its made using coconut which is typical to the traditional coastal cuisine.

Try it out !!

What do I need??

2 cups sprouted matki,
1/2 cup roasted groundnuts,
1/2 cup grated dry coconut,
1 big onion, finely chopped,
Chopped green chillies
2 teaspooon Tamarind paste

1/2 teapoon Jeera,
1/2 teapoon mustard seeds,
Turmeric powder,
Red chilly powder,
Jaggery to taste,

Salt to taste

How do I prepare??

1. Pressure cook the sprouts and groundnuts together with a little salt to taste. The matki should be well cooked but not too pulpy.
2. In a frying pan, heat one teapoon of oil. Add jeera. Once fried, add half the chopped onion and all of the green chillies. Once the onion is cooked, add the dry coconut and a pinch of salt. Mix well. Only fry this until the coconut turns a light pink. Cool and grind this mixture coarsely and keep aside.

What are the steps??

1.  Heat 1 teaspoon of oil and add mustard seeds. Once they have popped add the remaining onions and fry till light pink.
2. Now, add turmeric, red chilli powder and the cooked sprouts and groundnuts.
3. Add the tamarind paste, salt, jaggery. Mix well. Add some water depending on the consistency you like.
4. Wait till the mixtures starts boiling. Let it boil on medium for about 5-7 mins. Now add the coconut and onion mixture. Cook for another 3-4 mins.

Garnish with coriander and serve with roti or rice.

Enjoy a healthy meal !!