Mung bean sprout stir-fry & homegrown method
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Mung bean sprout stir-fry & homegrown method
Description
Mung bean sprout stir-fry & homegrown method combines tender, slightly crunchy sprouts with a savory seasoning mix made of light soy sauce, black rice vinegar, salt, and sugar, enhanced by fragrant garlic and optional Sichuan peppercorns. The stir-fry is cooked over high heat to keep the sprouts crisp yet tender, with fresh chili slices adding mild heat and scallions a sharp freshness. The dish highlights the delicate texture of bean sprouts and their slight natural sweetness complemented by the seasoning.
The recipe also offers a guide on how to sprout mung beans at home, including soaking, rinsing, and storing methods that allow production of fresh sprouts over several days. This practical information supports making the dish from scratch with homegrown ingredients.
This stir-fry works well as a light side dish or a simple vegetable addition to a meal, appreciated for its fresh texture and balanced taste.
Ingredients
For the seasoning
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce light
- 2 teaspoon black rice vinegar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch sugar
For the stir-fry
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pinch Sichuan peppercorn optional
- 300 g mung bean sprouts
- 3 fresh chilli sliced
- 2 talk scallions finely chopped
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients for the seasoning. Set aside.
- Heat up the wok over high heat. When it starts to smoke, pour in oil.
- Stir in minced garlic and Sichuan pepper. Fry until fragrant.
- Add mung bean sprouts and fresh chili. Stir fry until they lightly wilt.
- Pour in the seasoning mixture. Add chopped scallions.
- Give everything a quick stir then dish out.
Notes
- Rinse mung beans thoroughly and discard any poor quality beans before sprouting.
- Sprout mung beans by soaking and rinsing multiple times in a shaded, cool area over 4-6 days for optimal growth.
- Store fully grown mung bean sprouts in the refrigerator in a sealed bag for up to three days before use.
- Prior to cooking, rinse sprouts to remove green bean skins for better texture and appearance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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