Bean Sprout Recipes
Kay Said:
Light intensity and growth of mung bean sprout?We Answered:
The more light you provide, the more chlorophyll is provided as a source for the plant for growth. They grow best in warm temperatures and need minimal shade. If they are placed in shade, they most likely stunt when its in the premature stage of growth, because it is the vital period where nutrients, are needed and cannot grow without sun, chlorophyll, CO2, etc. It uses the photosynthesis process.Hugh Said:
How Long does it take for a lima bean to sprout?!?We Answered:
they should sprout anytime now, the warmth is what you need. either set it on a heating pad on low, or aim a 60 watt bulb towards it (keep it at least 12" away)good luck!
Marcus Said:
Any good (vegetarian) spicy bean sprout soup recipes?We Answered:
(If you want it REALLY spicy, increase the amount of cayenne.)Kong Namul Kuk (Bean Sprout Soup)
INGREDIENTS
6 cups water or vegetable broth
4 cups soybean sprouts, washed and root ends trimmed
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp cayenne
2 tsp salt
6 green onions chopped
red pepper flakes
METHOD
In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of the water or broth to a boil. Add the bean sprouts, reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
Mix in the soy sauce, garlic, oil, red pepper and salt. Add the remaining 4 cups or water and simmer 10 minutes.
Add the onions and simmer 3 minutes more. (The sprouts should still have a crunchy texture.)
Ladle into soup bowls. Decorate the top of the soup with red pepper flakes and serve.
Arnold Said:
when you buy bean sprouts, what kind of bean is the sprout from?We Answered:
mung beans. you can also sprout any grain that has not been processed-wheat, oats, clover, even beans, any seed that has not been processed can be sprouted.when the sprout turns green there are SO many more nutrients than if you just eat the bean/seed. you get all the energy that the sprout would have used to produce the plant.
So what makes sprouts so special?
According to the US-based International Sprout Growers Association (ISGA), sprouting increases the nutritional value of seeds and makes them easier to digest by converting starches into simple sugars. Research has revealed that the process of sprouting retains the B-complex vitamins of the original seeds, boosts Vitamin A levels, and causes an explosive infusion of Vitamin C. So much so that the Vitamin C content of Mung Bean sprouts is several hundred times that of the unsprouted beans, and half a cup of almost any sprouted seed provides as much Vitamin C as six glasses of orange juice. What's even more remarkable is that dry seeds, grains, and legumes - while rich in protein and complex carbohydrates - contain no vitamin C, but after sprouting, contain around 20 mg per 100g.
there is a whole culture that uses many, many sprouts for food. they don't take soil to grow, usually just water they are able to be used in just a few days and they are a wonderful source of fresh greens all year long.
Carlos Said:
Are bean sprout bad for babies?We Answered:
Bean sprouts are notorious for having salmonella and ecoli. Bananas are good for helping with diarrhea. Get some fluids with salt in him as well. pedialyte.monitor his temp carefully.
Phillip Said:
Other ways to cook bean sprout?We Answered:
One of the reasons why I try not to buy bean sprouts but they always sell them in big bags so it's hard not to when I love them so much. I usually buy them when we are having Pho noodles, or for Pad Thai, but when there are many left over I finish it up with a Salad. Simple salad with lettuce, cucumbers, some leaf mints, cooked chicken and the dressing would be sweet sauce. I don't make my own I use the store kind. It's not to spicy and it's thick enough to be a dressing.http://blogs.citypages.com/blotter/image…
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Stir fry is also good as long as you put in the bean sprouts last and don't cook it for to long. You can also use any other meat or seafood to your liking.
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