Make these Mung Bean Recipes for Delicious Healthy Snack Food

Mung beans are a very popular ingredient in the Indian cuisine, and for good reason: They’re full of protein, fiber, and flavor. From noodles to soup to pancakes to popcorn and salad, these recipes incorporate mung beans in a variety of different ways – some new ideas and some innovative twists on old favorites.

It all starts with Mung Beans Flour

Mung beans flour is a versatile, gluten-free flour that can be used in a variety of recipes. It has a nutty flavor and is a good source of protein and fiber. To make your own mung bean noodles, cakes, pancakes or even Energy Bites: It all starts with mung bean flour.

You can find mung beans flour at health food stores or online but we prefer to make our own homemade mung bean flour.

Here is how to make your own mung bean flour:

1. Rinse and soak 1 cup of mung beans in water for 2-3 hours.
2. Drain and rinse the beans then place them on a baking sheet.
3. Bake at 200 degrees F for 1-2 hours until the beans are dried out and slightly browned.
4. Place the beans in a food processor or blender and pulse until they form a fine powder. Sift to remove any large pieces then store the flour in an airtight container.

You can also use mung bean flour to make healthy snacks such as energy bites:

Ingredients:

– 1/2 cup mung bean flour
– 1/2 cup oats
– 1/4 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to prepare:

1. Combine 1/2 cup mung bean flour, 1/2 cup oats, 1/4 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter), 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a bowl.
2. Mix until well combined then roll into balls.
3. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Mung Beans Noodles

After having mung bean flower ready, it’s time to have some fun and make Mung bean noodles! Just like making noodle soup, you can use any type of noodle maker or kitchen tools that can help you create long strips of Mung bean noodles.

If you don’t have a noodle maker, don’t worry! You can still make Mung bean noodles by hand. The process is a bit more tedious but it’s definitely doable. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Take a small portion of mung bean flower and flatten it onto your palm.
2. Use your thumb and index finger to roll the dough into a long, thin strip.
3. Cut the strip into small pieces, about 2-3cm in length.
4. Repeat the process until you finish all the dough.

Now you have your very own mung bean noodles! You can cook them in soup or stir fry them with vegetables and meat. This cabbage salad with ramen noodles is a different take on this type of dish. Enjoy!

Mung Beans Cake

This is a popular dessert in many parts of India. It is made from mung beans, sugar, water, and oil. The cake is often served with a sweet sauce or fruits.

Mung bean cake is a nutritious and delicious treat. Mung beans are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They are also low in calories and fat. Sugar provides sweetness and energy. Water helps to keep the cake moist. Oil helps to bind the ingredients together.

The cake can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is often served at parties and celebrations.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup mung beans
Add 1 cup sugar
– 1 cup water
– 1 /4 cup oil

How to prepare:

1. Soak the mung beans in water for at least 4 hours.
2. Drain the beans and place them in a blender or food processor. Add the sugar, water, and oil. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a cake pan. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. Let the cake cool before serving.

Serve with a sweet sauce or fruits on top or even bake some of your favorite nuts in the mixture!

Mung Beans Pancakes

Mung bean pancakes are a breakfast favorite in many parts of India. They are light and fluffy, and can be made savory or sweet. If you are looking for a new breakfast option, or just want to try something different, mung bean pancakes are a great choice.

Mung bean pancakes are traditionally made with mung beans flour, water, and salt. The batter is then fried in oil until it is golden brown and crispy.

Ingredients:

– 1/4 cup mung bean flour
– 1/4 cup tapioca flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 2 tablespoons melted butter
– Toppings of your choice

How to prepare:

1. Combine 1/4 cup mung bean flour, 1/4 cup tapioca flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
2. In another bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 2 tablespoons melted butter.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4. Heat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
5. Grease with oil or butter.
6. Scoop 1/4 cup batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
7. Cook for 2 minutes per side or until golden brown.

Serve with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, berries, or bananas or for some savory options try it with some chutney or curry.

Here is another great way to make some savory mung bean pancakes.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup mung beans, soaked overnight and drained
– 2 green onions, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 egg, lightly beaten
– 1/4 cup water
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or peanut oil, for frying

How to prepare:

1. In a food processor or blender, combine soaked mung beans, green onions, cilantro, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Process until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in egg and water until well combined.
3. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Scoop 1/4 cup batter to the frying pan. Cook for 2 minutes each side or until golden brown.
4. Serve with soy sauce or chili sauce.

Mung Beans Popcorn

Popcorn is a snack food that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is made from corn kernels that are popped by heat or pressure. Popcorn is usually flavored with salt, butter, or sugar. It can also be eaten plain. Popcorn is a good source of fiber and antioxidants. It is also low in calories and fat.

Mung bean popcorn is a new twist on an old favorite. This recipe uses mung beans instead of corn kernels to make popcorn. The raw mung beans are placed in a pan with a little bit of olive or sunflower oil until they pop open. The popping mung beans are then seasoned with salt, butter, or sugar to taste. This recipe is easy to make and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

Ingredients:

– 1 cup raw mung beans
– 1 tablespoon olive or sunflower oil
– Salt, butter, or sugar (to taste)

How to prepare:

1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the mung beans to the pan and stir a bit.
3. Close the lid on the pan until they start to pop open.
3. Once the beans are popped, remove from heat and season with salt, butter, or sugar to taste.

Mung Beans Soup

But what if we told you that mung beans could also be the key to making a soup that’s so creamy and delicious, you’ll want to make it again and again?

That’s right, our mung bean soup recipe is about to change the game. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a soup that’s rich, comforting, and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

So what are you waiting for? Give our mung bean soup recipe a try tonight!

Ingredients:

– 1 cup mung beans, soaked overnight
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 cup of cream or coconut milk
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 carrot, diced
Add 1 celery stalk, diced
– 1 bay leaf
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste

How to prepare:

1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the mung beans and let simmer for 30 minutes.
2. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, celery, bay leaf, and thyme. Let simmer for another 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Remove the bay leaf and puree the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender.
4. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the cream or coconut milk.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Mung Beans Salad

For a mung beans or mung bean sprouts salad, wash the sprouts, then add them to a salad bowl with some chopped celery, green onions, and shredded carrots. Make a dressing of rice vinegar, vegetable oil, ketchup, salt and pepper. Serve it over the salad and garnish with sesame seeds.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup mung beans, cooked or mung bean sprouts
Add 1/4 cup diced onion
– 1/4 cup diced celery
– 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and black pepper to taste

How to prepare:

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked mung beans or sprouts, onion, celery, bell pepper, olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
2. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed these mung bean recipes! Mung beans are a delicious and healthy snack food that can be enjoyed in many different ways. These recipes use simple ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen, and they can be made in just a few minutes. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, there’s a mung bean recipe for you!