Petite with an eye-catching bright green skin, Mung Beans are an exceptionally nutritious, versatile legume closely related to adzuki beans and cowpeas. Their slightly sweet flavor makes them well-suited to both savory and sweet applications. Mung beans can be used whole or split and hulled, and they are a great legume for sprouting. Native to Southeast Asia, mung beans are a staple in India, China, and other regional cuisines, where they are used in sweet soups, curries, pancakes, and even desserts!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of beans
- 3 cups of water
Instructions
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Wash beans and drain.
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Cover with cold water, discard floaters and soak 4 to 8 hours in cool place.
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Drain, add 3 cups of fresh water for every cup of beans. Cover, bring to a boil.
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Simmer until soft, approx 45-60 minutes.