1. How to Sprout Soybeans (Soybean Sprouts) Using a Plastic Basket
Ingredients:
– 200 – 300 grams of soybeans or more if you prefer
– Plastic basket, clean cloth
Instructions:
– Rinse soybeans and soak them in warm water at approximately 38 to 40 degrees Celsius for about 10 to 12 hours to allow the beans to expand. Once the beans have sprouted, drain and rinse them with cold water.
– Line the bottom of a plastic basket with a thin muslin cloth or fine mesh fabric. The basket should have a raised base of about 2cm. Spread the soybeans evenly on top.
– Take a large cotton cloth and fold it multiple times (about 3-4 times). Dampen it with clean water and cover the soybeans with it.
– Pour clean, cool water over the basket of soybeans and place it in a dark location. Water the soybeans twice a day, in the morning and evening.
– After about 3 – 4 days (up to 5 days), you can harvest the soybean sprouts for use.
2. How to Sprout Soybeans Using a Milk Carton
Ingredients:
– 100 grams of soybeans
– 1-liter milk carton
– Plastic funnel
– Scissors
– Warm water.
Instructions:
Rinse the soybeans and discard any shriveled beans. Soak the soybeans in warm water at 30 degrees Celsius for 4–6 hours or until the beans have expanded, become tense, and started to crack. Drain the soybeans and let them air dry in a colander.
Clean the milk carton and pry open its four corners. Cut the four corners of the lid and use a sharp object to poke small holes in the bottom of the carton. These holes should be smaller than the size of the soybean seeds to allow air circulation for the sprouts’ growth and prevent waterlogging.
The Ultimate Guide to Sprouting Beans: Achieving Perfect White, Crisp Bean Sprouts with Short Roots Using a Milk Carton
There are numerous methods to sprout beans at home, but utilizing milk cartons is a unique and time-efficient approach. With this method, you can avoid the lengthy soaking and incubation processes required by other traditional methods. Join us as we explore this exciting and innovative way of sprouting beans!