Moyashi: The King of Affordable and Versatile Japanese Vegetables


If there’s one vegetable that represents the most budget-friendly ingredient in Japan, it’s definitely Moyashi (bean sprouts).

So, for my meal today, Moyashi is the star!
​The best thing about them is that they are incredibly delicious just by stir-frying. No complaints there!

​The process is simple:

1.​Heat some oil in a frying pan until it’s nice and hot.
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2.Dump the sprouts directly from the bag into the pan.

3.​Stir-fry for about 1 minute and 30 seconds.

​Today, I seasoned them with salt, pepper, and some chicken stock granules. And that’s it—dinner is served!

​Whether you sauté them with butter, season them with soy sauce, or stir-fry them with miso, Moyashi is a truly versatile vegetable that always has the backs of ordinary families in Japan.

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