Legumes · Dried

Mung beans

Also called whole moong, green gram, sabut moong, moong beans

Whole green mung beans; small and quick-cooking with a mild, sweet flavour, used in dals and soups and sprouted for salads and bean sprouts.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodGreen lentils

    Earthier, holds shape similarly; not for sprouting.

  • T2 · GoodMoth beans

    Smaller and nuttier, slightly bitter.

  • T2 · GoodWhole masoor

    Earthier and softer; doesn't sprout as well.

  • T3 · In a pinchAdzuki beans

    Sweeter and firmer; best only in sweet soups and desserts.

Cook with Mung beans

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