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 ====== Sprouting ======
+Sprouting is
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+> the practice of germinating seeds (e.g., mung beans, sunflower seeds, etc.) to be eaten raw or cooked((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sprouting#Nutrition))
+It can be a way to get fresh vegetarian food or greens in a van.
+===== process =====
+The usual process is:
+  - a long soak, perhaps overnight, followed by
+  - draining upside down
+  - then rinsing/draining upside down a few times a day until desired growth is reached.  A common stopping point is when the grown "tail" gets as long as the seed.  This typically takes 2-5 days.
+Keeping the jar upside down keeps the sprouts moist but not sitting in moisture.
+[[https://amzn.to/3ecJmHG|Dedicated sprouting gear]] does exist, though mason jars with [[https://amzn.to/3gHoda8|breathable lids]] (cheesecloth, screen, etc) works fine.  Widemouth jars are easier to clean and remove sprouts from.
+===== common sprouts =====
+  * mung bean
+  * soybean
+  * lentil
+  * broccoli seed
+  * radish seed
+  * beet seed
+A full list is [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sprouting#Suitable_seeds|on wikipedia]].
+===== further reading =====
 https://sproutpeople.org/growing-sprouts/sprouting-basics/travel-sprouting/

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