Mung Beans 250g

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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