How to prepare Mung Sprout/Ankurit

• Servings:
• Rinse time: 1 minutes.
• soaking time: 6-8 hours.
• sprout time : 24 hours or more.

Decades ago, when I joined the Siddha Samadhi Yoga (SSY) program, I was introduced to the wonders of mung sprouts. This program focused attention on complete approach to health, which included integrating highly nutritious and easily digestible foods into our daily diet.

Mung sprouts, with their rich nutritional value, including vitamins, minerals and enzymes, became a staple in our meals.

Their versatility made them an excellent addition to a variety of dishes, enhancing both the flavour and the health benefits of everyday cooking. This introduction not only changed the way I viewed food but also planted a habit of incorporating more raw and living foods into our diet, a practice I cherish and continue to this day.

Now with mung sprouts in my pantry, the possibilities for culinary creativity are endless. These tiny powerhouses of nutrition can be incorporated into a plenty of dishes.

I prepared, salads and various recipe from sprouts respectively for a crunchy texture and a protein-packed breakfast..

As “Sprout mung (green gram) ki sabji”, “Moong/Mung (Green gram) sprouts salad”, “Mung (Green Gram) Sprout Khichadi”, “Paratha stuffed with Sprouted Mung (Green Gram)”, “Mung (Green Beans) Sprout and onion Salad”, “Mung/Moong (Green Gram) Sprouts Pakoda/Fritters”, “Healthy salad”, “Power packed salad”, “Raj kachori (Royal chat from Rajasthan)” are unique way to enjoy this versatile sprouts.

The process for sprouting mung beans can also be applied to other seeds like Bengal gram, peanuts, fenugreek, and sesame. Each of these seeds can be transformed into nutrient-rich sprouts using the simple method of soaking and germinating.

Sprouting enhances their nutritional benefits, making minerals and vitamins more accessible for digestion. These sprouts can be used just like mung sprouts in various dishes.

Ingredients :

• Whole Mung/Moong (Green Gram):  1 cup

Preparation:

1. Thoroughly rinse mung 2-3 times, soak in plenty of water for at least 6-7 hours or overnight.

Method:

1. Drain the water, rinse again.
2. place them in a clean, damp cloth or you can use a sprouting jar or container designed for this purpose.
3. Keep the environment moist and warm at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
4. continue it on at least 24 hours or until the small sprouts reach your desired length, typically about 1/2 to 1 inch.
5. Once sprouted, rinse the mung sprouts thoroughly and store them in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
6. Enjoy your mung sprouts, it is ready to use for any recipe or eat them plain.

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