Growing up crunchy lentils were a part of the savory snacks at home. Roasted whole mung beans that were deep fried were perfect.
So were crispy peas and fried moong dal. Makes my mouth water. But, I gave up on eating heavily salted and spiced, deep-fried versions that came in packets.
With air frying, I have rediscovered their joys yet again. Moong bean sprouts are regularly made in my home. From sprouts salad to simple curry, I love having them at hand.
These roasted crispy sprouted moong beans are the perfect healthy snack that can be stored in air-tight container and enjoyed.
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Air fryer moong dal, crispy chickpeas in air fryer, air fryer butter beans and air fryer peas are a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Sprouted moong beans: 2 cups are used
Olive oil: 2 tsp. Olive oil is used for brushing the sprouts.
Spices: I use ½ tsp. Chilli powder and ½ tsp. Chaat masala along with salt to season the moong beans.
Serving Suggestions
These crunchy moong beans are best enjoyed as snacks whenever hunger strikes. They are very healthy too.
You can also use them to add crunch to your salad.
Instructions
The first step is preparing moong sprouts. This takes about a day to upto 2 days. I regularly prepare moong sprouts and store in the fridge for use.
Soak 1 cup whole moong beans in water till completely submerged. Soak overnight. They will double in size. Now drain them and wash with regular water. I normally keep the drained moong beans in a colander and cover with a plate.
The beans need a dark place to sprout. Also colander allows any extra water to percolate out. I sprinkle some water on the moong beans twice a day. Generally in 24 to 36 hours I have nice moong bean sprouts ready.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for upto 5 days.
You could steam the sprouts and then air fry them like I do for other lentils. But, here I found that sprouting softens the moong beans and one can then directly air fry them.
Toss 1 cup sprouts in a tsp. Of oil. This helps in crunching them up when air frying.
Air fryer Instructions
Preheat air fryer at 180C or 360F for 5 minutes.
Lay the tossed slightly cooked moong sprouts in air fryer basket.
Air fry for about 7-10 minutes for small sprouts and 12-15 minutes for larger sprouts ensuring that you shake the basket once every few minutes.Keep an eye as they may scorch in a matter of minutes.
Ensure that the moong sprouts are completely crunchy especially if you are planning to store them. Any moisture in them will cause them to spoil on storage.
If you are planning to consume the sprouts right away, then crunchy ones with a bit of bite in the middle will still work.
Take them out and toss them with the seasoning of choice.
Allow them to cool completely before storing in air tight container.
Your crispy healthy air fryer roasted moong beans are ready to eat. Enjoy.
Expert Tips
1. Dry the sprouts well before tossing in oil and air frying. The drier they are, the crisper they get on air frying.
2. Always store the air fried sprouts only after they have completely cooled down. Store them in an air tight container in the fridge.
3. You can use any seasoning you like here.
4. Do not overcrowd the basket. This helps with even crisping of moong sprouts.
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Air fryer Roasted Sprouted Moong
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sprouted moong beans
- 2 tsp. Olive oil
- ½ tsp. Chilli powder
- ½ tsp. Chaat masala
- ¼ tsp. salt
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Instructions
- The first step is preparing moong sprouts. This takes about a day to upto 2 days. I regularly prepare moong sprouts and store in the fridge for use.
- Soak 1 cup whole moong beans in water till completely submerged. Soak overnight. They will double in size. Now drain them and wash with regular water. I normally keep the drained moong beans in a colander and cover with a plate.
- The beans need a dark place to sprout. Also colander allows any extra water to percolate out. I sprinkle some water on the moong beans twice a day. Generally in 24 to 36 hours I have nice moong bean sprouts ready.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for upto 5 days.
- Now take them out and dry them a bit.
- You could steam the sprouts and then air fry them like I do for other lentils. But, here I found that sprouting softens the moong beans and one can then directly air fry them.
- Toss 1 cup sprouts in a tsp. of oil. This helps in crunching them up when air frying.
Air fryer Instructions
- Preheat air fryer at 180C or 360F for 5 minutes.
- Lay the tossed slightly cooked moong sprouts in air fryer basket.
- Air fry for about 7-10 minutes for small sprouts and 12-15 minutes for larger sprouts ensuring that you shake the basket once every few minutes.Keep an eye as they may scorch in a matter of minutes.
- Ensure that the moong sprouts are completely crunchy especially if you are planning to store them. Any moisture in them will cause them to spoil on storage.
- If you are planning to consume the sprouts right away, then crunchy ones with a bit of bite in the middle will still work.
- Take them out and toss them with the seasoning of choice.
- Allow them to cool completely before storing in air tight container.
- Your crispy healthy air fryer roasted moong beans are ready to eat. Enjoy.
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