This will even spruce up instant ramen. There are plenty of ways to elevate this dish, but when it comes to adding texture to your ramen, bean sprouts are key. Bean sprouts are a popular ramen ...

This dish takes only about half an hour to cook, and most of that time is spent preparing the shallots and garlic oil – the beef and bean sprouts take less than five minutes to poach.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring often, until softened, 1 to 2 ...

Buy crisp, pale sprouts that look firm and fresh. Avoid any that look limp, brown or slimy. Beansprouts are also available canned. Rinse them well before use. Beansprouts have a high water content ...

The finished soup is served with bean sprouts, basil, lime wedges ... it is the star component of any good pho. This recipe calls for a pound of dried rice noodles, aka banh pho or rice stick ...

beans and legumes are downright delicious, too. Here's how to prepare all the different varieties, from canned to dry, with F&W's enticing recipes.