Your Guide to Soaking & Sprouting Whole Grains, Beans, Nuts, & Seeds

How do I soak my whole grains, nuts, beans, & seeds?

The process is VERY simple, but the soaking times can vary depending on the grain, nut, bean or seed.
Step 1 – Soak your grain, nut, bean or seed in water. Make sure the water is double the amount of grain, nut, bean or seed, because it will be absorbed a bit. Leave on your countertop at room temperature for the specified time. If your grain, nut, bean or seed calls for a long soaking time, then you’ll need to change the water once or twice. (REFER TO THE CHART BELOW FOR SOAKING TIMES)
Step 2 – Drain the liquid and cook your grain or bean normally (though it will have a shorter cooking time), and eat your nut or seed plain or roast them if you desire. You can also make nut/seed milk or nut/seed butter at this point. You also have the option to dehydrate the grain, bean, nut or seed, but keep in mind that they will not last as long at room temperature and last longer frozen after they’ve been soaked & dehydrated.
OPTIONAL STEP (but recommended) – Add 1-2 TBS. of apple cider vinegar to your water during the soaking time. This will aid in the development of phytase, which is the enzyme needed to break down the phytic acid found in grains, nuts, beans, & seeds.