Sprouted moong Breakfast Dosa!!

Moong Sprouts or green grams are always very healthy and even tasty when it’s done right. It contains ample amount of proteins and vitamins. It’s very easy to make and you can serve it as a lunch or even a snack. It can make a healthy alternative to any oily snacks. Almost all grocery stores carry them. They can be prepared at home. Soak the whole moong beans in water overnight. In the morning wash them and drain the water. Then hang them or cover them in moist muslin cloth for 10-14 hours or till you see the sprouts coming out (depending on climate). You can even cover them with a wet paper towel if you don't have a muslin cloth. That works fine too. Sprinkle water frequently if the cloth becomes dry. When the beans starts germinating and develop short shoots they are ready to eat. The slightly crunchy texture and sweet flavor of bean sprouts makes them a popular addition to an assortment of dishes.

Ingredients

Moong sprouts - 1 cup

Sooji - 1/4 cup 

Rice flour - 4-5 tbsp 

Ginger - 1 inch  thinly sliced

Green chili - 1 

Cumin seeds - 1/4 tsp

Salt to taste

Chopped onions and cilantro (optional)

Method

1. In a grinder add Moong beans, Sooji, Rice floor, Ginger, Green chili, Cumin seeds and Salt.
2. Grind them to a smooth paste adding water.You should get a consistency similar to normal dosa batter.
3. Transfer it to the bowl. Adjust the consistency if needed.
4. You will see bubbles in the batter and that's the sign of a good batter.
5. Heat a nonstick pan and grease it with 2-3 drops of oil. And then sprinkle water to balance the temperature of pan.
6. Pour a spoonful of mixture on the pan and spread it in a circle to make a thin dosa or as you like.
7. Turn to the other side after 2-3 minutes.
8. You can sprinkle chopped onions and cilantro over it to add taste.
9. Serve hot with powdered coconut podi or garlic cilantro chutney. 
10. Dosa, chutney and Hot tea!!  A perfect breakfast!! 

Enjoy!!!