Mung Beans

Mung beans were originally cultivated in India and migrated to China where they have been used for thousands of years. They are dark green outside and dark yellow inside. They may be split or ground. They may be used peeled or whole. They are sweet, and soft, and they are easily digested.

Ground beans may be used in a variety of ways, including making noodles. In India, the ground beans are used for making a fried cake.

The most popular use of mung beans in the western world is for sprouting. Interestingly, the sprouts contain vitamin C that is not found in the bean. Sprouting is an easy and convenient way to provide fresh salad ingredients on demand. The sprouts are used when they are about 2 inches long. The may be eaten row or lightly boiled, providing a convenient fresh food source when they may not otherwise be available.