Check out the blog post here, where I tell you why the sprouted bean is not only a nutritional powerhouse, but it’s a superfood that you really should ALWAYS have on hand.
It’s really quite simple!! Place your beans in a bowl and soak for 8 hours. Then rinse.
From here on out, you’ll rinse your beans several times a day, for 2-5 days depending on the type of seed you are using. It is very important that you rinse several times a day. The enzymes formed can be toxic to the developing bean pod, unless you rinse throughly. You may begin to smell a slight sour smell, but at no time should your beans smell rancid. If they do, dump them out, and try again, making sure to rinse frequently.
After about two days you should begin to see the smallest shoot emerging from the side of the bean seed. If you haven’t tried bean sprouts before, and you want to make sure your family will enjoy your bean sprouts, stop here, and cook as you normally would regular soaked beans. Be aware though, your cooking time will be much, much shorter, so keep an eye on your bean pot!
When they are cooked to the desired amount, drain your cooking water, add just a touch of fresh, add spices you desire. My personal favorite is simply salt, pepper, and fresh garlic!
Your family will never notice the difference in the taste and consistency of your beans, but your body sure will! No more digestive upset, and lots for bioavailable vitamins and minerals!
And that’s it!! Fresh cooked bean sprouts! Enjoy!