Mung Bean & Grits Polenta Recipe

Name: Mung Bean & Grits Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Venn Polenta; 1/4 cup dehusked mung beans; 1/2 cup white cornmeal grits; 2 cups water; Pinch turmeric powder; seasoning; 8-10 whole black peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon cumin coarsely powdered; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder; 1 inch fresh ginger root, finely grated; 1 sprig curry leaves (torn & stem discarded); 3 tablespoons ghee; 5-6 Cashew nuts, broken up + some extra for garnish; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

Venn Polenta
1/4 cup dehusked mung beans
1/2 cup white cornmeal grits
2 cups water
Pinch turmeric powder
seasoning
8-10 whole black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon cumin coarsely powdered
1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 inch fresh ginger root, finely grated
1 sprig curry leaves (torn & stem discarded)
3 tablespoons ghee
5-6 Cashew nuts, broken up + some extra for garnish
Salt to taste

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["In a skillet, toast the mung beans till they turn a golden brown & begin emitting a nutty aroma. add water to the skillet and partially cook the mung beans. remove from heat & set aside", "Combine the grits,partially cooked mung beans, water & turmeric cook till the water is absorbed & the consistency is that of a thick yet ever so slightly runny porridge.", "In a small skillet heat 1 tbsp of ghee and add the whole peppercorns. Stir for a minute before adding the other ingredients, except the remaining ghee.", "Stir well for a minute until the spices give off their characteristic aroma. Add to the polenta mixture and mix well till thoroughly combined. Finish with a tablespoon of ghee,", "Stir well & pour out into a greased pan. Leave to cool & set.", "Heat the remaining tablespoon of ghee & toast the cashew nuts till golden. Garnish with these prior to serving.", "When the polenta sets, cut into triangles & garnish with the toasted cashews.", "This dish is traditionally paired with a smoked eggplant relish known as 'gothsu'
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http://www.food52.com/recipes/8911_grilled_eggplant_gothsu_dip"]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Venn Polenta, 1/4 cup dehusked mung beans, 1/2 cup white cornmeal grits, 2 cups water, and more.

Yes, Mung Bean & Grits Polenta falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mung Bean & Grits Polenta

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