Garlic Hijiki with Mung Bean Sprouts

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hijiki
• 1 cup mung bean sprouts
• 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
• 1 tablespoon tamari
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups water

Directions:

1. Wash and soak hijiki, for about 20 minutes.

2. Heat oil with garlic and tamari for 2 minutes.

3. Drain hijiki and sauté for 2 more minutes.

4. Add water, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Add mung bean sprouts, mix and stir for a few minutes.

6. Remove from heat and serve.

Variations:

Try different sprouts, such as chickpea or crunchy mixed sprouts.