soaking grains-benefitial to your health
Soaking is the first step to a green, energy-saving way of cooking grains. But did you know that this practice is beneficial to your health as well? Whole grains inhibit enzymes and other natural substances that interfere with the body’s absorption of the desired elements. Pre-soaking breaks down phytic acid, which allows the body to freely absorb the minerals and nutrients and makes the grains more digestible.
prep time
5 Min
cook time
12 Hr
method
No-Cook or Other
yield
Ingredients
- 2-4 tablespoons acidic medium (lemon juice, buttermilk, kefir, yogurt, whey, or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup cooking grain (rice, millet, quinoa, barley, or wheat)
How To Make soaking grains-benefitial to your health
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Step 1Combine the acidic medium with water and pour over your cooking grain. For the best results, soak grains for 12 hours, or overnight, at room temperature. Before cooking, rinse the grain well with tap water.
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Category:
Other Side Dishes
Tag:
#For Kids
Tag:
#Healthy
Diet:
Vegetarian
Keyword:
#grains
Ingredient:
Non-Edible or Other
Method:
No-Cook or Other
Culture:
American
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