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Mung bean sprouts

 
Mung bean sprouts
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What are Mung bean sprouts?

The mung bean sprout is sprouted from the dried mung bean.  This is the most common spout used in Chinese cooking.  The sprouts are tender yet sturdy enough to hold up to a stir-fry.  Purchase mung bean spouts in most well-stocked grocery stores.  It is best to purchase from a store with a good turnover.  Sprouts can carry salmonella so you should purchase fresh sprouts from a reputable source.  

Substitute for Mung bean sprouts

Other types such as sunflower sprouts, soybean sprouts OR thin sliced snow peas

Equivalents

1 lb. mung bean sprouts 3 to 4 cups raw, 2 cups cooked
16oz canned = 2 cups drained

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Nutrition Information For Mung bean sprouts

Serving Size
1 cup
 
Calories
31
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 6mg
0%
Potassium
155g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 6g
0%
Dietary Fiber 2g
10%
Sugars 4g
Protein 3g
10%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Mung bean sprouts Recipes

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    This recipe is part of our gluten-free collection that features San-J gluten-free sauces.  San-J sauces are easily found in most grocery stores as well as online.  The salad combines Napa and red cabb
  • Veggie Shrimp Egg Rolls
    These wonderful Veggie Shrimp Egg Rolls appetizers from Carole Resnick of Cleveland, Ohio will be the hit of your next cocktail party.
  • Steamed Spring Rolls With Citrus Mustard Sauce
    The spring rolls include tempeh, cabbage, red bell pepper, scallions and bean sprouts. These rolls are steamed in a bamboo steamer.

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