Safe fenugreek sprouting in a jar?
I am the new proud owner of more fenugreek seeds than I will ever use as a spice, so I thought I'd try my hand at sprouting. I have no idea if I will enjoy sprouting or if I will like fenugreek sprouts so I don't want to spend any money on a special tray or anything like that at this point. From what I have read (most notably, this: http://sproutpeople.org/fenugreek.html) it looks like I can just use a big jar with a screen lid. Wouldn't cheesecloth secured with a rubber band do the trick?
Also, I've been warned that there is a salmonella risk in sprouting. What precautions should I take?
Any other sage advice for a novice to sprouting?
Best Answer
Per the Foodsafety.gov, since sprouts must necessarily be grown in warm and humid conditions, they are unique among produce items in presenting a risk of food born illness.
Since 1996, there have been at least 30 reported outbreaks of foodborne illness associated with different types of raw and lightly cooked sprouts. Most of these outbreaks were caused by Salmonella and E. coli.
You will have to decide whether you feel this level of risk is acceptable to you.
They suggest the only real mitigation is thoroughly cooking the spouts.
Savvy Vegetarian suggests:
- Start with very clean containers and utensils, preferably glass - no plastic.
- Rinse the seeds or beans before soaking.
- Use purified water for rinsing and soaking.
- Keep the soaking seeds in a cool place away from direct light.
- Soak for no more than 12 hours.
- Drain and rinse once or twice while soaking seeds.
- Wash your hands before handling the sprouts.
- Rinse several times a day while growing sprouts.
However, I am not sure I can concur with their assertion that these precautions render spouts as safe as any other produce, as only spouts are grown in warm, moist conditions.
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- Sprouting Directions.
- Soak: Put approximately 1/4 cup seed in a wide mouth jar with a sprouting lid. Add water, swirl, and drain. Refill jar with water and soak 6-12 hours. ...
- Rinse: Twice a day, refill jar with cold water, swirl, and drain.
- Enjoy! Ready to eat in (2-3) days. Refrigerate to store.
Can you eat sprouted fenugreek?
"Soaked fenugreek seeds are excellent for health, these are even more beneficial if you have them sprouted," noted Yoga and Ayurveda expert, Yogi Anoop, Mediyoga. Soaked fenugreek seeds can be consumed on an empty stomach. This will help relieve acidity. Methi dana is excellent for regulating blood sugar.How do you grow fenugreek sprouts in a jar?
Put the jar out of direct sunlight (it could cook the seeds). Every 8-12 hours, add enough water to cover the seeds then drain the water out, leaving the seeds damp but not wet. Provide good air circulation and a consistent 70\xb0F for optimum sprouting (cooler temps retard sprouting and warmer temps push too hard).How do you store sprouted fenugreek seeds?
Note: It is important to wash the seeds every day. Store the sprouted methi seeds in an airtight container. They should stay good for up to a week.How long does fenugreek take to sprout?
Fenugreek responds poorly to root disturbance so either direct sow once the soil begins to warm up in late spring, or start indoors in peat pots or other compostable pots that can be transplanted whole. Ideal temperature for germination: 18\xb0C (65\xb0F). Seeds should sprout in 7-10 days. Sow 5mm (\xbc\u201d) deep.How to Sprout EASILY for 25 Cents a Day! 🌱Jar Growing Method for Beginners...
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