The most time-saving method for peeling mung beans

The most time-saving method for peeling mung beans is freezing. Soak mung beans and freeze them, use the principle of thermal expansion and contraction to separate the skin, and then quickly peel them by kneading. The

freezing method is easy to operate and highly efficient. After washing the mung beans, soak them in clean water for several hours until they fully absorb water and expand. Drain the water and place them in a fresh-keeping bag, then lay them flat and freeze. The freezing time should be controlled at least four hours to ensure that the beans are completely frozen. After taking out frozen mung beans, immediately put them into room temperature water. The temperature difference will cause gaps between the bean skin and the bean kernels. Gently rub the frozen green beans with your hands, and most of the skin will naturally peel off. The remaining small amount can be washed away with running water. This method is suitable for families to process a large amount of mung beans at once, with a peeling rate of over 90%.

Traditional manual scrubbing and peeling is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Rubbing dry mung beans directly requires repeated kneading for more than half an hour, and it can easily cause the beans to break. Although soaking and scrubbing can improve efficiency, it still requires multiple water changes and rinsing. The mechanical peeling method requires specialized equipment, and high-speed mixing in household food processors can easily crush the beans. The alkaline boiling method will destroy some of the nutritional components of mung beans, and subsequent rinsing is required to remove the alkaline taste. The high-temperature stir frying method for peeling poses a risk of burning and is difficult to operate.

It is recommended to cook or refrigerate the peeled mung beans as soon as possible to avoid oxidation and spoilage. Green beans are rich in high-quality protein and B vitamins, making them suitable for making cooling foods such as green bean soup and green bean paste. Pay attention to controlling the freezing time during processing, as excessive freezing may cause damage to the structure of the bean kernels. If it is necessary to preserve the intact bean kernels, the freezing time can be shortened appropriately or intermittent freezing method can be used. Daily consumption of mung beans can be combined with ingredients such as lilies and lotus seeds to enhance the heat clearing effect, but those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should control their intake.