Mung beans soup Turkmen Maş Fasülye Çorbası

mung beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber, while split peas are often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Soak mung beans in water for several hours or overnight.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced butternut squash and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Add soaked mung beans, flour, stock cube, and spices; stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the mixture by a few inches.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until beans are tender.

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