Authentic Misal Pav by Hermann

Ingredients

• 400g (14 oz) moth bean sprouts
• 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup dried shredded coconut
• 2 medium onions, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp asafetida
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp jaggery
• 4 bread rolls (pav)
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Toast the sesame seeds and coconut in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden, then blend with onions and garlic into a thick, smooth paste.
2. Sauté aromatics in a pot over medium heat for 5 minutes, then stir in the chili powder, turmeric, and asafetida.
3. Add the prepared paste to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until the water evaporates and the mixture begins to darken.
4. Stir in the moth bean sprouts, 3 cups of water, tamarind paste, and salt, bringing the mixture to a boil
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the beans are tender and the red oil (tari) floats on the surface.
6. Stir in the jaggery, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with bread rolls.