Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy

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A quick and healthy Filipino vegetable side dish featuring crisp mung bean sprouts sautéed with fragrant garlic and a splash of soy sauce. This filipino-inspired vegetarian ready in about 10 minutes pairs mung bean sprouts, garlic cloves, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 60 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant, careful not to burn.
  2. Step 2: Increase heat to medium-high and add 4 cups rinsed mung bean sprouts. Stir-fry quickly for 2 minutes until sprouts are tender-crisp but still bright.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle in 2 tbsp soy sauce, sprinkle 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, and toss for another 30 seconds until evenly coated and heated through.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish with grilled or fried meats.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (5 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mung bean sprouts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Mung Bean Sprouts with Garlic and Soy?

Filipino vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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