How to Grow Sprouts
Grow your own sprouts at home for pennies using these simple instructions!
Ingredients
- Mason jar I recommend using a quart-sized jar
- Fine mesh sieve sprouting lid*
- Seeds or blend of seeds
Instructions
- Add seeds to a clean jar, starting with about 1 1/2 tablespoons.**
- Cover the seeds with plenty of non-chlorinated water and soak for the required amount of time specified in the chart below.***
- Drain the seeds by tipping the jar (with lid) upside down.
- Add more water to the jar and rinse the seeds well, swirling the jar around as you rinse to collect seeds on the sides.
- Repeat this process two to three times per day until the sprouts have grown 1/2-inch to 2 inches. Store the jar on its side when you aren't draining and rinsing the seeds.
- When the sprouts are ready to be harvested, rinse and drain well in the jar one final time. Spread the sprouts in a single layer over a clean kitchen towel. Let them air dry for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Line a lidded container with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Place the dry sprouts in the container, wrap in the towel, and store in the fridge for up to one week. Replace the towel if it becomes overly moist.
Notes
*This is the sprouting lid I like to use—the legs make it super easy to drain the seeds—but any version of a sprouting lid will work well.
**Whenever I'm sprouting any seed variety for the first time, I prefer to start with a smaller amount of seeds in case they take up more space than anticipated. Some dry seeds, especially legumes, can be used in greater volumes. For a full list of sprouting seed measurements, check out this comprehensive table.
***Use the same table listed in the notes above for soaking times.
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