Of the many gracious gifts bestowed upon us before our departure, one is truly earning its keep. This gift would be in the form of two mason jars with squares of window screen cut to fit the openings and directions to sprouting a variety of beans!The only legumes available here in Mexico that work with this method (that we have found) are garbanzo (otherwise known as chick peas) or lentils. Lentils are our favorite as they come out crisp and refreshing, making a great addition to salads.
The process for procuring these sprouts is as follows:
· Place dry beans in jar and soak for 24 hours. Cover with at least twice as much water and remember not to put too many as they will expand.
· Once soaked, drain and rinse. Then set at a 45 degree angle in a shaded area with the screen secured on in place of the metal, allowing them to breath.
· Rinse and drain 3 times a day, always leaving at a 45 degree angle.
Within two days the lentils will be ready to eat and within 3 days the garbanzos should be ready to enjoy!
Gracias Gary and Kim!!!
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