Nitra Whole Moong (Green Gram)

About this item

Whole green moong, great for sprouts. Nitra Whole Moong, also called green gram or sabut moong, are small green beans that are easy to sprout at home.

Why cooks choose it

The beans soak up water quickly and sprout within a day or two, giving crunchy shoots for salads and chaat. Cooked whole, green moong keeps its shape with a soft, earthy bite, ideal for Maharashtrian usal, whole moong dal and comforting khichdi.

What to cook with it

• Sprouted moong salad
• Whole moong dal curry
• Moong usal
• Whole moong khichdi

How to cook

To sprout, soak overnight, drain, and leave covered in a colander for 24 to 36 hours, rinsing once or twice. To cook, soak for 4 to 6 hours and pressure-cook with 2.5 cups water per cup for 3 to 4 whistles.

Pack sizes

Available in 500 g and 1 kg packs.

Storage

Keep dry beans in an airtight container; refrigerate sprouts and use within two days.

See it in action in our Sprouted Moong Salad recipe, and find related products in the pulses and lentils range. Order on Amazon.ae, or message us on WhatsApp for delivery in the UAE.