Ultimate Homemade Mung Bean Soup
This hearty mung bean soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a perfect comfort food. It's easy to prepare and can be customized to your taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mung beans rinsed and soaked for 4 hours
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch piece of fresh ginger grated
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 1 stalk celery diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- 1 lime Juice of
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely diced onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the diced carrots and celery, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
- Introduce the soaked mung beans, vegetable broth, ground cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
- For a creamy texture, blend the soup to your desired consistency.
- Stir in the fresh lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend the soup to your liking.