Mung Bean Stew

[Dawn]

Stew you'll love, come on try it!

Ingredients:​

• 1 cup dried mung beans, rinsed and soaked for at least 1 hour
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
• 1-2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 cups chopped spinach or kale (optional)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon or lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Mung Beans:
   • Drain and rinse the soaked mung beans.
2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the Spices:
   • Add the turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala to the pot. Stir well to coat the onions and spices evenly.
4. Cook the Tomatoes:
   • Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Cook until the tomatoes soften and start to break down, about 5 minutes.
5. Simmer the Stew:
   • Add the soaked mung beans and vegetable broth (or water) to the pot. Stir to combine.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the mung beans are tender, about 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Add Greens (Optional):
   • If using spinach or kale, stir them into the stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Cook until the greens are wilted and tender.
7. Season and Serve:
   • Taste the stew and adjust the salt if needed.
   • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.

Tips:​

• For a thicker stew, mash some of the mung beans with the back of a spoon.
• This stew pairs well with rice, flatbread, or a simple salad.
• You can customize the vegetables and spices based on your preference.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful mung bean stew!

 

[Marcussikreyvingx]

Stew you'll love, come on try it!
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Ingredients:​

• 1 cup dried mung beans, rinsed and soaked for at least 1 hour
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
• 1-2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 cups chopped spinach or kale (optional)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon or lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Mung Beans:
   • Drain and rinse the soaked mung beans.
2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the Spices:
   • Add the turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala to the pot. Stir well to coat the onions and spices evenly.
4. Cook the Tomatoes:
   • Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Cook until the tomatoes soften and start to break down, about 5 minutes.
5. Simmer the Stew:
   • Add the soaked mung beans and vegetable broth (or water) to the pot. Stir to combine.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the mung beans are tender, about 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Add Greens (Optional):
   • If using spinach or kale, stir them into the stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Cook until the greens are wilted and tender.
7. Season and Serve:
   • Taste the stew and adjust the salt if needed.
   • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.

Tips:​

• For a thicker stew, mash some of the mung beans with the back of a spoon.
• This stew pairs well with rice, flatbread, or a simple salad.
• You can customize the vegetables and spices based on your preference.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful mung bean stew!

OMG, this looks amazing! I've never cooked with mung beans before, but I'm definitely giving this a try. Thanks for sharing!

 

[AL_]

Just whipped up a hearty mung bean stew and it's a total winner! Packed with protein, veggies, and aromatic spices, it's the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. Healthy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying!

 

[KarenDeel]

Mung Bean Stew sounds intriguing! Excited to try this hearty and nutritious dish. Thanks for sharing the recipe!