GREEN MUNG BEAN SOUP

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Categories     Bean

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup whole green mung beans - soaked overnight
2 cup water + 1/2-1 to taste tsp. salt- to cook beans in pressure cooker
2 cup water - to achieve the soup
1 tbsp sunflower oil or ghee
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
1/4 tsp hing (known as asafoetida in the West)
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp mixed cumin and coriander powder
11/2 tsp ginger - chopped
1/2 tsp garlic - chopped
1 tsp or to taste Salt
11/2 tsp. lemon juice

Steps:

  • Soak the mung beans overnight in water. Clean and finely grind ginger and garlic. Drain the mung beans, wash them two times and cook in a pressure cooker with the indicated amount of water until tender. It takes around 25 minutes (45 minutes in regular pot).The beans have to be broken. Heat the oil or ghee in a large deep saucepan and add mustard seeds. When mustard seeds pop, add hing, bay leaf, turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well and do not allow to burn. Place the cooked beans with the fresh water and the remaining ingredients into the saucepan. Bring to a boil then simmer for a few minutes more. Add Lemon and Enjoy!

Moon Ruma
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the flavor is amazing.


Revision Home Network
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's so comforting and satisfying.


Nawaz Nawaz
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I'm always on the lookout for new vegan recipes, and this mung bean soup is a keeper. It's hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein.


Ekkleem227
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory flavor, and they always ask for seconds.


Mireya Rosario
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I'm not a huge fan of mung beans, but this soup changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


Abdulsomed Naila
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover mung beans. I always have a bag of them in my pantry, and I love being able to whip up a delicious and nutritious soup in no time.


Favour Precious
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this mung bean soup definitely fits the bill. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's so flavorful.


Abass shakir
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm and hearty, and it always makes me feel better when I'm sick or down.


Athula Kpskumara
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I love how versatile this soup is. I've added different vegetables and spices each time I make it, and it always turns out great.


Jennifer Patrick
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Wajdan Ullah
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it's so healthy.


Raggik Hosen
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This soup is so easy to make and so delicious. I love the creamy texture and the pop of flavor from the ginger and cilantro.


Shan Illhai (Lovely King)
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I've tried many mung bean soup recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The addition of the ginger and lemongrass really elevates the flavor.


Debra Watson
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This mung bean soup was a delightful surprise! The flavors were so well-balanced and comforting. My family and I loved it.