Making Sprouts At Home? Follow These Simple Tips

By Suprita Mitter

October 8, 2024

Sprouts are nutritious, and delicious and can be used in various ways. If you have whole grains, beans, or seeds, they are easy to sprout at home. Within a few days, they grow into nutrient-rich sprouts, perfect for salads, snacks, or adding to various dishes.

What You Need

You will need whole grains, beans, or seeds (like moong, chickpeas, or fenugreek), some water, a clean jar or bowl and a cloth or strainer.

Soak

Rinse the grains or beans thoroughly. Soak them in water overnight (8-12 hours).

Drain And Rinse

After soaking, drain the water and rinse the grains again.

Sprouting

Transfer the grains to a clean jar or bowl. Cover the mouth with a cloth or lid with holes for airflow. Keep the jar at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.

Rinse

Rinse and drain the grains every 12 hours to keep them moist.

Harvest

In 2-3 days, you'll see small sprouts. They are now ready to eat.