Stir-fried green mung recipe

Name: Stir-fried green mung recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g (8.8oz) green mung beans; 600 ml (21.1fl oz) water; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 pinch asafetida; 4 garlic cloves, finely diced; 1 tbsp ginger, finely diced; 2 green chillies, cut in half lengthways; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp sea salt; 0.5 fresh lime

Servings: persons

1
Begin by washing the green mung beans under cold running water 4-5 times.
2
Leave to soak in the 600ml water for 6-8 hours or overnight.
3
Once soaked, drain the water and thoroughly check through the mung beans for any which have not soaked and absorbed the water.
4
If you prefer to sprout the mung beans, leave for a further 4-6 hours.
5
In a saucepan, heat the cumin seeds in oil and add the asafetida.
6
Now add the ginger and garlic pieces as well as the long chillis.
7
Stir this for a minute, and then add the mung beans, turmeric and sea salt.
8
Cook over a low heat for 15 minutes and then squeeze the fresh lime over the dish before serving.

308

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 g (8.8oz) green mung beans, 600 ml (21.1fl oz) water, 2 tbsp coconut oil, 1 tsp cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Stir-fried green mung recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!