How will you make tasty snacks from moong or chana?

Tasty and healthy snacks can be prepared from moong (green gram) or chana (chickpeas) by the process of sprouting. Sprouting increases the nutritional value of the seeds and makes them easier to digest.

To prepare this snack, first wash the moong or chana thoroughly with clean water. Then soak the seeds in a bowl of water for about 8–10 hours or overnight. During soaking, the seeds absorb water and become soft. After soaking, drain the water and keep the seeds in a clean cloth or container for one or two days.

During this time, small white shoots begin to grow from the seeds. These are called sprouts. Once sprouting occurs, the seeds are ready to eat. The sprouts can be eaten raw as a salad or lightly boiled. To make them tastier, salt, lemon juice, chopped onions, tomatoes, and spices can be added.

Sprouted moong or chana snacks are very nutritious because they contain proteins, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are beneficial for good health.