Broccoli Sprouts: Day 1
Seed to sprout in 3-6 days
Yield is up to 1:5
Sprout shelf life is up to 6 weeks if stored properly.
Day 1 |
Prep 3 Tablespoons of seed then transfer into a bowl or into your Sprout Jar. Add 2-3 times as much cool (60°-70°) water.
Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all. Note: Brassicas tend to float. Try to sink those that do by knocking them down with your fingers. It isn't a big deal but it is a good habit. Allow seeds to Soak for 6-12 hours.
Move the jar so the kitten won't knock it over! Empty the seeds into your Sprout Jar. Drain off the soak water. You may water plants or use it in stock if you like - it has nutrients in it.
Rinse thoroughly with cool (60°-70°) water.
Drain thoroughly!
Set your Sprout Jar anywhere out of direct sunlight and at
room temperature (70° is optimal) between rinses. This is where your sprouts do their growing.
We use a counter top - in the corner of our kitchen, but where the sprout jar
won't get knocked over by cats, dogs, kids or us.
Rinse and Drain again every 8-12 hours for 3 days. Be sure to drain very thoroughly.
Day 4: Broccoli Sprouts
The end of Day 4 |
Greening
On the 4th day relocate your sprouts if necessary.
If you've been keeping them away from light, move them. Avoid direct sun. It can cook your sprouts. Indirect sunlight is best but virtually any light will do.
On the 4th day relocate your sprouts if necessary.
If you've been keeping them away from light, move them. Avoid direct sun. It can cook your sprouts. Indirect sunlight is best but virtually any light will do.
Your sprouts will be done during day 5 or 6.
The majority of sprouts will have open leaves which will be green if you exposed
them to light.
Before your final rinse; remove the seed hulls. Brassica sprout hulls are quite large (relative to the seed and sprout) and
they hold a lot of water - which can dramatically lessen the shelf life of your
sprouts
Your sprouts are done 8-12 hours after the final rinse. After you de-hull and the final rinse we
need to drain very thoroughly and let our sprouts dry a bit. At this time, you can spread your seeds out only a plate
Transfer the sprout crop to a plastic bag or the sealed
container of your choice.
Day 5 and ready for a salad! |
Broccoli sprouts according to Livestrong:
Eating broccoli sprouts may be able to protect people from cancer, according to scientists from Johns Hopkins. The Maryland-based researchers found that young broccoli sprouts contain a substance called sulforaphane in concentrated amounts. Sulforaphane helps the body fight cancer, and may prevent certain cancers from developing. Researchers call this phenomenon chemoprotection.
Eating broccoli sprouts may be able to protect people from cancer, according to scientists from Johns Hopkins. The Maryland-based researchers found that young broccoli sprouts contain a substance called sulforaphane in concentrated amounts. Sulforaphane helps the body fight cancer, and may prevent certain cancers from developing. Researchers call this phenomenon chemoprotection.
Asthma sufferers may benefit from a daily dose of broccoli
sprouts, as studies have shown a decrease in inflammation of the airways after
eating the vegetable. A study reported in the March 2009 issue of Clinical
Immunology reports that sulforaphane, the same compound that can prevent and
fight cancer, reduced inflammation associated with asthma and nasal allergies.
In addition to broccoli sprouts, sulforaphane is naturally occurring in
cauliflower, mature broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage.
Happy Sprouting!!!
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I have only tried sprouting once, several years ago, and I was so surprised how much easier it was than what I had assumed. I have no idea why I never did it again! LOL. Thanks for the directions and the reminder of this greatly healthy way to get our nutrients.
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Tamar
Who knew there was a final broccoli sprouting event!
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How do you remove the hulls?
ReplyDeleteSo cool, I love how long they stay fresh for. Thanks for linking up on super Sweet Saturday.
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Healthy indeed! Thanks for sharing on my Healthy Tuesday hop. :)
ReplyDeleteDo the sprouts taste really "broccoli-ish"? Not a fan of that flavor but like the idea of eating the sprouts. Thanks so much for sharing on Tout It Tuesday! Hope to see you next week.
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Ooooo! Delicious! Thanks for sharing these instructions with Wildcrafting Wednesday! Sprouting is so simple, and SO good! :)
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