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Mung bean

British pronunciation/mˈʌŋ bˈiːn/
American pronunciation/mˈʌŋ bˈiːn/
Mung bean
[NOUN]
1

a small, green legume with a tender texture and a slightly nutty flavor

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mung bean definition and meaning

What is "mung bean"?

Mung bean, a small and green legume, is notable for its distinctive features such as its tender texture and slightly nutty flavor. When cooked, mung beans possess a delicate and soft consistency, making them versatile for use in various dishes. With a mild taste that is often described as slightly earthy and nutty, mung beans provide a pleasant and versatile foundation for soups, salads, stir-fries, and even desserts. Additionally, mung beans are valued for their nutritional value, as they are rich in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, contributing to a well-balanced and wholesome diet.

2

erect bushy annual widely cultivated in warm regions of India and Indonesia and United States for forage and especially its edible seeds; chief source of bean sprouts used in Chinese cookery; sometimes placed in genus Phaseolus

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3

seed of the mung bean plant; used for food

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Examples
1The other legume in a Beyond Burger is the mung bean.
2There's mung beans.
3There's mung bean, red clover, nicotiana benthamiana.
4Sunflower sprouts, mung bean sprouts.
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