Description
Mung beans, also known as green gram or moong beans, have a crisp, nutty flavour and are ideal for stir-fry and salad recipes. They are small ovoid beans with a yellow interior wrapped in an olive green seed coat. They can be used whole, without skin or sprouted.
| NUTRITION FACTSÂ PER 100 G | AMOUNT | % DAILY VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 | – |
| Fat | 1 g | 2% |
| Saturated | 0.3 g | 2% |
| +Trans | 0 g | % |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | – |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 63 g | 21% |
| Fibre | 16 g | 64% |
| Sugars | 7 g | – |
| Protein | 24 g | – |
| Vitamin A | – | 2% |
| Vitamin C | – | 8% |
| Calcium | – | 10% |
| Iron | – | 50% |
Rinse 1 cup beans. Pour into boiling water and cover. Soak overnight, at least 6 hours. Drain and discard soaking water. Add 4 cups fresh water and simmer over low heat until tender, approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Sprouting Directions
Rinse beans in fresh lukewarm water and drain 4 times a day. On the 3rd day, the sprouts will be approximately 1″ long. Keep growing sprouts in a dark place. Sprouts will be ready to serve on the 5th day.
