A simple, healthy and nutritious vermicelli recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1 tsp Channa dal
• 2 cloves Garlic, diced
• 2 Green Chili peppers
• 2-3 Curry leaves
• Roasted cashews
• 1/2 cup Frozen Peas
• 1 package Vermicelli Noodles
• 1/2 cup Carrots, diced
• 1-2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 1 tsp Chili Garlic Sauce
• Oil

Method:

• In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat about 1 tbsp cooking oil on medium heat.Add the vermicelli noodles and stir frequently until they are a little golden (about 2-3 minutes). Set them aside on a plate.This will help prevent the noodles from getting mushy and sticky.
• Using the same pan, add a little more oil if needed then add mustard seeds and allow them to pop.Add the channa dal, garlic, chili peppers, curry leaves and cashews.
• Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the channa dal, garlic and cashews look golden.
• Add the peas and carrots and cook covered for another 2-3 minutes until the carrots are tender. Add about 3-4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
• Mix in the vermicelli noodles and allow to cook until the water has been fully absorbed. Mix in soy sauce and chili garlic sauce.
• Garnish with cilantro (optional) and serve hot.