Description
The tiny green gram beans are super tasty. Whole beans can be sprouted and then used in curries, soups, or salads. Raw sprouted mung beans taste delicious as a snack. They also come in a split variety with and without skin on. These split lentils can be used in making healthy daal and rice dishes.
What Is The Difference Between Lentils And Pulses?
This is a frequently asked question. Lentils are merely a type of pulse. There are also loads of different types of lentils too, including brown, red, and yellow lentils.
What Is The Difference Between Cereals And Pulses?
Cereals are harvested grasses, like barley and wheat. They are cultivated for their starches and used for cooking or even distilling liquors. Cereals are high in carbohydrates. Pulses are high in protein, fiber, and low in carbohydrates.
What Are Germinated Pulses?
Pulses are dried seeds. Many seeds, though, can be germinated and become sprouts. The most common germinated pulse is probably the bean sprout. Sprouts are also super healthy.
What are examples of pulses?
In total there are eleven types of pulses. Some of the most recognizable types of pulses include beans, lentils, and peas. Chickpeas, black-eyed peas, and kidney beans are all pulses. In general, pulses are an economic, low-fat, high-protein food source. They count towards the recommended five daily portions of fruit and vegetables.
