Stir-fry Mung Bean Sprouts

Name: Stir Fry Mung Bean Sprout
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 block tofu fried; 2 tablespoon coconut oil*; 1 small onion; 1/2 cup chayote; 1/2 cup carrots; 1/4 cup baguio beans; 1 small bell pepper; 2 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon mushroom seasoning; 3 cups mung bean sprouts

by Lainey · Posted: Jan 25, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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A quick and easy Stir Fry Mung Bean Sprouts that is the perfect side dish for when you just need dinner to happen in under 30 minutes!

stir fried mung bean sprouts served in a blue bowl

Health Benefits of Mung Bean Sprouts

Rich in B vitamins, and also, selenium
Great levels of antioxidants decrease the risk of chronic disease
Helps in reducing bad cholesterol levels
Mung bean sprouts are fiber-rich
It may lower blood sugar levels

Tips & Variations:

Do not overmix the mung bean sprouts with the other vegetables. It is best to do the tossing motion, just enough to season and incorporate with the vegetables and tofu.
In stir-frying mung bean sprouts, it is best to put the stove on high heat. This easy but important tip will help retain the crispiness of the mung bean sprouts.

How to Make Stir Fry Mung Bean Sprout:

Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

tofu
coconut oil
onion
chayote
carrots
baguio beans
bell pepper
soy sauce
vegetarian oyster sauce
salt
black pepper
mushroom seasoning
mung bean sprouts

ingredients of Stir Fry Mung Bean Sprouts

Deep fry tofu until cooked and separate.

Pre-heat pan in med heat then put in coconut oil, then sauté onions until translucent:

Then add ½ cup chayote, ½ cup carrots, and ¼ cup Baguio beans then sauté, just half cooked for around 3-5 mins:

carrots, chayote and Baguio beans sautéed in a pan

Then add bell pepper, mix and sauté for another minute:

sliced carrots, chayote, baguio beans and bell pepper sautéed in a pan

Add soy sauce and vegetarian oyster sauce then mix:

soy sauce poured on the sautéed vegetables

Then add deep-fried tofu and 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp mushroom seasoning:

sautéed vegetables added with tofu, mushroom seasoning and black pepper

Mix, then add 3 cups mongo sprouts cover, and let it simmer for a minute or two:

mung bean sprouts added on sautéed vegetables in the pan

Saute until sprouts are semi-translucent:

sautéed vegetables, tofu and mung bean sprouts in the pan

This yummy recipe is ready to be served! It can feed 4-5 people but you can eat it by yourself, don’t worry, you are not alone, lol!

Mung bean sprouts have a distinct earthy and delicious taste. Adding tofu and other vegetables would make a complete and nutritious meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use light soy sauce in this recipe?

A: Yes, you can use any soy sauce of your preference.

Q: How do I sprout mung beans?

A: Mung beans should be soaked on top of a wet cotton cloth directly in a container with a little water. You can “harvest” sprouts after 8 hours of soaking but some varieties of mung beans sprout longer than others.

Q: How can I keep the mung bean sprouts fresh longer?

A: After sprouting the mung beans, do not wash them until you are ready to use them. Store them in an airtight container and line with a dry paper towel to absorb the moisture.

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