Green Mung

The green gran or green moong is one of the wholesome among pulses in India. It is free from the heaviness and tendency to flatulence, which is associated with other pulses. This plant is a native of India since ancient times it has been in cultivation. It is not found in a wild state. The green gram form a very nutritious article of diet. It is consumed in the form of whole dried seeds and in the form of dal prepared by splitting the seeds in a mill. The sprouted mung beans are a highly nutritious food. The beans are soaked overnight, drained placed in containers in a dark room. One pound of dry beans gives six to eight pounds of sprouts. There is an amazing increase in nutrients in sprouted beans when compared to their dried embryo. The dried beans are boiled and are eaten whole or splitting into dal. They are parched and ground into flour after removal of the testa or the seed-coat. This flour is used in various Indian and Chinese dishes. The green pods are eaten as a vegetable. Cooked dal of green gram is very digestive food for invalid and sick persons.