How to Cook Beans Without Gas
Keep in mind that the people you are feeding have unique digestive systems that may need up to two weeks to adjust to eating a high fiber food, so encourage patience., Choose the right kind of beans., If you are eating canned beans, be sure to rinse...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Keep in mind that the people you are feeding have unique digestive systems that may need up to two weeks to adjust to eating a high fiber food
The kind of bean you cook will also make a difference.
Pick one variety of bean to "specialize in" while you and your body are learning to cook and eat it.
Most health food stores have bulk bins where you can buy them cheaply by the pound.
Ethnic markets (Hispanic, Asian, Indian, etc.) will often have good prices on 5 or 10 pound bags, so consider stocking up.
You can also find very affordable spices there. ,, This is the clear fluid that forms on the top of yogurt and full of friendly bacteria that can help "pre-digest" the hard coating on the beans. (Or, just mix in a tablespoon of plain yogurt.) ,,, This could be extra virgin olive oil, butter, virgin coconut oil or even animal fat (like bacon.) A good oil makes it easier for our bodies to absorb the nutrients in beans. , If you don't have a recipe, try 1 teaspoon of chili powder (Mexican flavor), marsala (Indian), or 5 Spices (Asian) One spice that specifically helps reduce gas in beans is asafetida or hing.
Try 1/4 tsp. at first and increase to 1 tsp. if gas is still a problem. , Add more water, if necessary. ,, -
Step 2: so encourage patience.
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Step 3: Choose the right kind of beans.
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Step 4: If you are eating canned beans
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Step 5: be sure to rinse them well in a strainer to remove some of the salt.
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Step 6: Soak your beans overnight in fresh water to which you add a tablespoon of whey.
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Step 7: Rinse thoroughly in running water until all cloudiness is gone.
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Step 8: Measure 2 cups of water for each cup of beans.
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Step 9: Add 1 tablespoon of quality oil to the water.
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Step 10: Spices make the difference between healthy beans and delicious beans.
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Step 11: Cook 20-30 minutes
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Step 12: until easily stabbed with a fork.
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Step 13: For bean soup
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Step 14: add more water or broth
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Step 15: whatever leftover vegetables you find and maybe some noodles for fun.
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Step 16: Finished.
Detailed Guide
The kind of bean you cook will also make a difference.
Pick one variety of bean to "specialize in" while you and your body are learning to cook and eat it.
Most health food stores have bulk bins where you can buy them cheaply by the pound.
Ethnic markets (Hispanic, Asian, Indian, etc.) will often have good prices on 5 or 10 pound bags, so consider stocking up.
You can also find very affordable spices there. ,, This is the clear fluid that forms on the top of yogurt and full of friendly bacteria that can help "pre-digest" the hard coating on the beans. (Or, just mix in a tablespoon of plain yogurt.) ,,, This could be extra virgin olive oil, butter, virgin coconut oil or even animal fat (like bacon.) A good oil makes it easier for our bodies to absorb the nutrients in beans. , If you don't have a recipe, try 1 teaspoon of chili powder (Mexican flavor), marsala (Indian), or 5 Spices (Asian) One spice that specifically helps reduce gas in beans is asafetida or hing.
Try 1/4 tsp. at first and increase to 1 tsp. if gas is still a problem. , Add more water, if necessary. ,,
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