B23 Organic Mung Beans Canada

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

• Organic
• Vegan
• Natural and Versatile
• Essential amino acids
• With good nutritional balance

Description
Also known as green gram, mung beans are a legume widely used in Asia. They are a type of pulse that has a good nutritional balance. It is a small, olive green coloured bean that has a subtle sweet flavour and are super versatile in both hot and cold dishes. Wonderful for fresh sprouts.

Health Benefits
• Excellent source of protein, fiber and iron
• A source of complex carbohydrates
• Contains calcium A and minerals

Suggested Usage
Try not to over cook. Mung beans are very easy to overcook and become mushy.
Mung beans can be sprouted and made into a delicious paste, or cooked whole and added to a variety of sweet and savoury recipes. Cooked mung beans are delicious in salads, veggie burgers, soups and hot pots, or used to make a delectable paste.
To sprout mung beans, soak them in a jar of cold water for about 8 hours or overnight, drain and rinse thoroughly.
To cook mung beans, soak them overnight or for 12 hours before adding a 1:4 ratio of beans to boiling water. Cover and simmer for 40-60 minutes or until tender.

Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Refrigeration recommended in warm climates.

Allergy Information
May contain traces of Gluten or other allergens
Possible cross-contamination

FACTS
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
Energy kJ ---------------- 1450 kJ
Fat ------------------------ 1.20 g
- of which Saturates -------- 0.40 g
trans fat ------------------ 0.00 g
Carbohydrates ------------- 46.30 g
- of which sugars ------------ 6.60 g
Protein -------------------- 23.80 g
Sodium -------------------- 15 mg