01/16/2021
I want to share one of my all-time favorite “nutrition packed” foods that I never could get enough of at a restaurant to put in with my pho. So I just sprout my own...And you can too! Mung bean sprout growing:
Mung beans are packed with healthy nutrients. They are rich in vitamins and minerals. They are so versatile too! Great to eat raw, add to soups, on top of salads for crunch, and of course....in a stir fry!!😋 One cup (7 ounces or 202 grams) of mung beans contains:
Calories: 212
Fat: 0.8 grams
Protein: 14.2 grams
Carbs: 38.7 grams
Fiber: 15.4 grams
Folate (B9): 80% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
Manganese: 30% of the RDI
Magnesium: 24% of the RDI
Vitamin B1: 22% of the RDI
Phosphorus: 20% of the RDI
Iron: 16% of the RDI
Copper: 16% of the RDI
Potassium: 15% of the RDI
Zinc: 11% of the RDI
Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6 and selenium
Mung beans are one of the best plant-based sources of protein. They’re rich in essential amino acids, such as; phenylalanine, leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, arginine and more. Essential amino acids are those that your body is unable to produce on its own.
Mung beans are high in important vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber. Sprouted mung beans contain fewer calories but have more antioxidants and amino acids.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-m74YYPVbWU
Wash in “cold” water (or they turn brown)!
Soak 1.5cups mung beans for 24hrs...
8x11 bucket, red net onion bag, paper towel
Rinse & Water, Place in bucket, water and drain every 3 hrs for 6 days! Pat down to keep them plump
*cover w/black cloth (no lights)
Harvest on day 6.
They will Last in Refrig ~1 week...It makes a lot!* So, maybe start with only (1/2 cup or 3/4 of a cup)* ... instead of 1.5 cups.
