Matkichi Bhaji-Spicy Indian Sprouted Moth Beans Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 cup (205 g) dried moth beans (see Notes and Variations)
• 2 tbsp neutral oil of choice
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp mustard seeds
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ¼ tsp asafetida
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Salt, as needed
• ½-inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp regular Indian red chili powder, or to taste
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 8 to 10 sprigs fresh cilantro, leaves roughly chopped, for garnishing
• 2 tbsp grated fresh or thawed frozen coconut, for garnishing