Mung Bean Sprouts

Mung Bean Sprouts are a delightful and crunchy Chinese appetizer that brings freshness and nutrition to your table. This simple dish is packed with flavor and is perfect for a light start to any meal.

Ingredients

• Mung bean sprouts - 200 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Chili oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onion - 1 stalk, finely chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, toasted

Steps

1. Rinse the mung bean sprouts under cold water and drain well.
2. In a medium-sized pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the mung bean sprouts to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil, and toss to coat the sprouts evenly.
6. Remove from heat and transfer the sprouts to a serving dish.
7. Garnish with chopped green onion and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and folate.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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