Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Okay, I think my first " crop " of sprouts is about grown from my heaping teaspoon. I was warned not to dump the entire batch in my smoothie for fear of repercusions later. So what is a good dosage for smoothies and how do I store the left over, in fridge? Thanks for everyone who steps in to answer my dumb questions, but I am learning so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Honest opinion, I think broccoli sprouts are going to be another one of those acquired taste things. However, I have learned to like celery so maybe it will just take time. > > Okay, I think my first " crop " of sprouts is about grown from my heaping teaspoon. I was warned not to dump the entire batch in my smoothie for fear of repercusions later. So what is a good dosage for smoothies and how do I store the left over, in fridge? > > Thanks for everyone who steps in to answer my dumb questions, but I am learning so much. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 I think you should just eat a pinch by themselves first. Broccoli sprouts wouldn't qualify as one of Lea Ann's "magic veggies"; they have a very strong flavor. -----Original Message----- From: flnancy1958 <pravern@...> Honest opinion, I think broccoli sprouts are going to be another one of those acquired taste things. However, I have learned to like celery so maybe it will just take time. > > Okay, I think my first "crop" of sprouts is about grown from my heaping teaspoon. I was warned not to dump the entire batch in my smoothie for fear of repercusions later. So what is a good dosage for smoothies and how do I store the left over, in fridge? > > Thanks for everyone who steps in to answer my dumb questions, but I am learning so much. > > __._,_.__ .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 , Broccoli is one of those things that you really need to de-hull. Have you done that? When you have the majority of the hulls removed, pinch off a small piece of sprouts (they'll probably be somewhat matted together) and taste it. I don't find them to be overpowering unless I have let them sit in the fridge for a few days. Then they can get that characteristic cruciferous (i.e. sulfur) smell. I've never had a cleansing reaction or any other reaction to broccoli sprouts, but you want to be careful anyway, so I would start out with a tablespoonful or so. That shouldn't give you any trouble. Store them loose (don't pack them down) — you can pull them apart with your fingers or with a fork — in a mason jar or other jar, or in a food-safe plastic baggie. I always store my sprouts in glass and have no trouble with them. HOWEVER, recently I grew one batch of broccoli that just didn't look or smell right almost from the beginning. I had to throw it out. Don't hesitate if your nose/taste buds are trying to tell you something - they're probably right! Could be tricky if you're having a lot of heat in your area. If you find that you really can't stand them by themselves, next time try growing it together with alfalfa or clover. Use one measure (if you're using teaspoons or tablespoons, it doesn't really matter) of each and mix them up together. Both alfalfa and clover are very mild and sweet and act to offset the distinctive broccoli taste & smell. Hope I haven't put you "off" broccoli sprouts - they are so healthy for you. Just use your common sense and all will be well! Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Sorry - yes, by all means store in the fridge!! Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Peggy (as usual) makes a good point. I actually bought my broccoli sprouts and while I'm certain they weren't "off," I ate a rather large amount of them in one sitting. I found them a lot stronger in flavor than broccoli proper but not unpleasant. I'm guessing that my reaction to them was due to the fact that broccoli is a fairly dark green and sprouts are a very concentrated food. But I doubt a tablespoon will give you any trouble. Bear in mind that if you have a SproutMaster, you can store them in that (it really is a perfect gadget). Not only are alfalfa and clover mild and sweet but they're AWESOME together. Try sprouting a half-and-half mixture--I can pretty much guarantee you'll like them. -----Original Message----- From: Peggy Rodgers <hotdogbun2001@...> , Broccoli is one of those things that you really need to de-hull. Have you done that? When you have the majority of the hulls removed, pinch off a small piece of sprouts (they'll probably be somewhat matted together) and taste it. I don't find them to be overpowering unless I have let them sit in the fridge for a few days. Then they can get that characteristic cruciferous (i.e. sulfur) smell. I've never had a cleansing reaction or any other reaction to broccoli sprouts, but you want to be careful anyway, so I would start out with a tablespoonful or so. That shouldn't give you any trouble. Store them loose (don't pack them down) — you can pull them apart with your fingers or with a fork — in a mason jar or other jar, or in a food-safe plastic baggie. I always store my sprouts in glass and have no trouble with them. HOWEVER, recently I grew one batch of broccoli that just didn't look or smell right almost from the beginning. I had to throw it out. Don't hesitate if your nose/taste buds are trying to tell you something - they're probably right! Could be tricky if you're having a lot of heat in your area. If you find that you really can't stand them by themselves, next time try growing it together with alfalfa or clover. Use one measure (if you're using teaspoons or tablespoons, it doesn't really matter) of each and mix them up together. Both alfalfa and clover are very mild and sweet and act to offset the distinctive broccoli taste & smell. Hope I haven't put you "off" broccoli sprouts - they are so healthy for you. Just use your common sense and all will be well! .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Nope it is all a learning experience. I evidentally have the Sprout Ease brand sprouter that was in my local health food store. They only had the broccoli when I bought it, will have to look for the other seeds. Thanks. > > , >  > Broccoli is one of those things that you really need to de-hull. Have you done that? When you have the majority of the hulls removed, pinch off a small piece of sprouts (they'll probably be somewhat matted together) and taste it. I don't find them to be overpowering unless I have let them sit in the fridge for a few days. Then they can get that characteristic cruciferous (i.e. sulfur) smell. I've never had a cleansing reaction or any other reaction to broccoli sprouts, but you want to be careful anyway, so I would start out with a tablespoonful or so. That shouldn't give you any trouble. Store them loose (don't pack them down) †" you can pull them apart with your fingers or with a fork †"  in a mason jar or other jar, or in a food-safe plastic baggie. I always store my sprouts in glass and have no trouble with them. HOWEVER, recently I grew one batch of broccoli that just didn't look or smell right almost from the beginning. I had to throw it out. > Don't hesitate if your nose/taste buds are trying to tell you something - they're probably right! Could be tricky if you're having a lot of heat in your area. >  > If you find that you really can't stand them by themselves, next time try growing it together with alfalfa or clover. Use one measure (if you're using teaspoons or tablespoons, it doesn't really matter) of each and mix them up together. Both alfalfa and clover are very mild and sweet and act to offset the distinctive broccoli taste & smell. >  > Hope I haven't put you " off " broccoli sprouts - they are so healthy for you. Just use your common sense and all will be well! >  > Peggy > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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