Mung Bean Sprout Stir-Fry

Mung Bean Sprout Stir-Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together crunchy bean sprouts, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, all stir-fried to perfection. This quick and easy vegetarian meal is perfect for a light dinner or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Mung bean sprouts - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the julienned carrot and sliced bell pepper to the skillet, and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the mung bean sprouts to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they are heated through but still crunchy.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and toss everything together to coat evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir in the chopped green onion.
7. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Mung beans are rich in protein and essential amino acids, making this dish a great source of plant-based protein.
• The stir-fried vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, contributing to overall health and well-being.

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