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A nung bean is a type of legume, typically used to make bean sprouts. The mung bean holds a high nutritional value and can be used in various cooking methods. It is one of the most commonly consumed legumes in the world and can be found in supermarkets everywhere.
Function
The mung bean is used in soups, stir-fries, egg rolls, and other Asian dishes. They can be eaten raw or cooked, with the skin on or off.
Benefits
According to Nutrition Data.com, mung beans are rich in protein, vitamin A, B complex, and also vitamins C and E. They are also low in cholesterol, sodium, and saturated fats.
Description
The mung bean is a small, green legume that can be used as a bean or a sprout, and can vary in size.
Cooking
Ways of cooking mung beans include slow cooking, pressure cooking and stove top boiling. Do not overcook, or you will lose the nutrients of the bean.
History
The mung bean has been used in China since the 10th century AD as both food and medicine. It has been used to treat heat rash, heat stroke, and food and drug poisoning.
Source:
Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute: Mungbean
Health Recipes: Health Benefits Of Mung Beans
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