Got bean shoots on sale. There is another name for it: bean sprouts. I seldom eat bean shoots as I hate to pluck its roots and time consuming. Since I have not had them for a while and it’s on sale, I bought it and I for sure will not be eating it again in the near future unless I craved for it.

Do you know it can be eaten raw on salad or sandwiches for crunch. Add to stir-fries, soups (like pho), noodle dishes, or sauté with other veggies. My mom said it can’t be eaten raw. I had them both cooked and raw. Supposedly, raw will keeps it nutritious rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.

“Asian bean sprouts, primarily from mung beans or soybeans, are low-calorie, nutritious shoots rich in vitamins (C, K, B), minerals (iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc), fiber, and antioxidants. They offer benefits like improved heart health, better digestion, enhanced mood, detoxification, and support for bone and blood health. Commonly used in dishes such as stir-fries, salads, and soups, they provide a crunchy texture and nutritional boost. Key nutrients help with immunity, digestion, and regulating blood pressure, while antioxidants may reduce inflammation and support glucose metabolism.”

My quick and simple dish but time consuming; plucking the roots are healthy, comforting and delicious. Let’s cook!!!

Ingredients

750 g bean shoot, pluck the roots or tails
2 Tbs minced garlic
2-4 Tbs soy sauce
2 Tbs Shao Xing Chinese cooking wine
1 Tbs Chinese white vinegar
oil
salt
pepper
water

Method

Heat a pan over medium high heat. Add the oil and garlic and stir fry for 20 seconds. Stir in the sprouts and raise the heat to high.

Add soy sauce, Chinese vinegar, Shao Xing, salt and pepper. Cook and toss bean shoots constantly, for 1-2 minutes. Just sprinkles some water for extra sauce. Check seasoning and add if needed more salt and pepper. Bean sprouts exude a lot of water. Serve immediately with rice and a meat dish on the side. Enjoy!!!

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