Mung Beans 250g

Recipes & Uses

Key Benefits & Features 

• Quick Cooking & Easy to Digest: Cooks faster than many other legumes and is known for being gentle on the stomach.

• High in Protein & Fibre: A fantastic source of plant-based nutrition, promoting fullness and supporting a healthy diet.

• Mild & Versatile Flavour: Its subtle taste makes it a perfect canvas for spices, absorbing flavours beautifully in curries and stews.

Unlock the Potential of the Humble Mung Bean

Looking for a nutritious, affordable, and easy-to-use legume? Spice n Easy's Whole Mung Beans are a kitchen powerhouse waiting to be discovered. Their versatility is unmatched—they can be used from their whole form to a split and hulled version (moong dal) to a nutritious sprout.

Why Choose Mung Beans?
They are a cornerstone of Ayurvedic cooking, prized for being tridoshic (balancing for all body types) due to their easy-to-digest nature. This makes them an excellent introduction to pulses for those who sometimes find other beans cause discomfort.

How to Use Whole Mung Beans in Your Kitchen:

• Hearty Soups & Stews: Cook until soft in broths with vegetables and spices for a nourishing and comforting soup.

• Creamy Dhal: Simmer with turmeric, ginger, and cumin to make a simple, soothing, and yellow "Moong Dal."

• Indian Curries: Use in place of chickpeas or kidney beans in curries for a lighter, quicker-cooking alternative.

• Salads & Bowls: Cook until tender but intact, then cool and add to grain bowls and salads for a protein boost.

• Sweet Dishes: In some Asian cuisines, they are cooked with sugar and coconut milk to make a sweet dessert soup.

A Staple for Health-Conscious Cooks

At Spice n Easy, we are passionate about providing Kiwis with high-quality, fundamental ingredients for wholesome cooking. Our Mung Beans are a testament to that—a simple, powerful, and incredibly versatile product that supports healthy, economical, and gut-friendly meals.

Add a bag of this versatile pulse to your pantry and explore its many uses!

Recipe for Mung Beans

Korean Mung Bean Stew (Nokdu Jjigae) (Serves 4)

A comforting, gluten-free stew packed with plant-based protein!

 Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole mung beans (soaked 4-6 hours or overnight)

• 4 cups vegetable or anchovy broth (or water)

• 1 zucchini, diced

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste)

• 1 tsp gochujang (Korean red pepper paste, adjust for spice)

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 2 green onions, chopped

• 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

• Salt & pepper to taste

 Instructions:

1. Drain & rinse soaked mung beans.

2. Boil beans in broth for 30-40 mins until tender (skim foam if needed).

3. Sauté veggies in sesame oil: onion, garlic, zucchini (3-4 mins).

4. Add paste & seasonings (doenjang, gochujang, soy sauce) to the pot.

5. Simmer together for 10-15 mins until flavors meld.

6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

 Serve with:

• Steamed rice & kimchi

• Side of spinach or bean sprouts

 Why Whole Mung Beans?

✅ Rich in fiber & protein (vegan-friendly!)
✅ Easier to digest than other legumes
✅ Versatile – works in soups, curries, and desserts

Note 

At Spice N Easy, we take food safety and allergen awareness seriously. Please be aware that all our products are packed in a facility in New Zealand , that also handles various allergens, including tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, lupin, gluten-containing cereals, soy, milk, eggs, and other potential allergens.

Although we take care to minimise the risk of cross-contact, we cannot guarantee that our products are completely free from traces of these allergens.

If you have a food allergy, intolerance, or dietary restriction, please read the product label carefully before consumption. If you have any concerns about allergens in our products, please contact us before placing your order.

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