How to Cook Bean Sprouts - Cooking Times
Sprouts
Season: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Cooking Times by Method
💧 Boil
30 sec-1 min
From boiling water
Blanch briefly and drain immediately. Be careful not to overcook
🔥 Stir-fry
1-2 min
High heat, cook quickly. Finish before water releases
📡 Microwave
1-1.5 min
1 bag (200g) at 600W. Cover loosely with wrap
♨️ Steam
2-3 min
Keep it short to retain crunchiness
Common Mistakes
- Overboiling and losing the crunch
- Water comes out when stir-frying making it soggy — use high heat and cook quickly