A step-by-step guide on how to germinate wheat at home

Adherents of a healthy diet regularly eat wheat germ grains. The product has a rich vitamin composition and powerful antioxidant properties, it is considered a source of youth and health. Find out all the secrets of proper germination, as well as recipes with this product from our article.

Why sprout wheat

Researchers have proven that the grain of sprouted wheat, when used correctly, saturates the body with useful substances. The product is especially valuable in winter, when there is a shortage of healthy vegetables and fruits.

Why does wheat need to be germinated? Dry grain contains a lot of starch, and the vitamin composition is "dormant". During germination, the product reveals its beneficial properties. A lot of protein is formed in the sprouts, and the level of carbohydrates in the grain decreases.

How is it useful

Sprouted wheat has a beneficial effect on the entire body:

• vitamin A normalizes metabolism, controls the process of growth and tissue renewal;
• B vitamins strengthen immunity, tidy up the nervous and cardiovascular systems, help cope with stress, improve bowel function;
• vitamin E fights the aging process, improves the appearance of the skin and hair, reduces sugar levels and general body fatigue.

The product contains 18 amino acids and valuable trace elements:

• potassium helps to remove excess water from the body;
• calcium and phosphorus resist infections and toxins, strengthen bones and have anti-inflammatory effects;
• magnesium resists stress, nervousness, insomnia and headaches;
• iron and zinc fight fatigue and accelerate wound healing;
• selenium ensures high-quality work of the heart muscle and blood vessels.

Grains are a source of fiber. It helps to fight overweight, cleanses the intestines, maintains normal microflora, lowers sugar and cholesterol levels, and prevents the development of diabetes.

Reference. The vitamin composition of wheat grain has antioxidant and anti-cancer properties.

Nutrients are absorbed quickly because they are broken down during germination.

Selection and purchase of wheat for germination

Choose the correct grain shape for consumption. They should be free of mold, signs of disease, fragmentation. You can buy them in supermarkets, pharmacies, health food stores. You can buy on the market, where they will be cheaper. But be sure to check with the sellers if they have been chemically treated. Grains treated with pesticides from rodents and pests, cannot be eaten.

For germination, it is recommended to purchase:

• wheat soft varieties;
• the same shape, color, no defects;
• fresh goods that have been stored for no more than a year;
• no smell of dampness or chemistry.

How to germinate wheat at home

It is quick and easy to germinate wheat and always have a valuable vitamin composition at hand. You will not need special tools, skills and household appliances. Experienced raw foodists may suggest different ways of sprouting, but there is one proven classic.

What is needed

Before starting the procedure, prepare a place for wheat in advance.It should be warm, light, but not in direct sunlight. In addition to the wheat itself, you will need:

• a small container with a wide bottom made of glass, plastic, porcelain;
• sieve;
• gauze or a piece of natural fabric.

Reference. Do not use metal containers; wheat deteriorates quickly in them.

Step-by-step instruction

To germinate wheat, follow these simple steps:

1. Buy grains. It is better to take those checked in a pharmacy or a health store.
2. Inspect them well for defects. Throw out the bad ones.
3. Cover with water and mix thoroughly. Good seeds will sink to the bottom, bad ones will float. They need to be thrown away, they will not sprout.
4. After rinsing, cover with water overnight.
5. In the morning, rinse the grains under the tap, place in a container and cover with a damp cloth or gauze folded in several layers. The fabric should be damp, not wet. Grains from excess moisture can become moldy. A little liquid is also bad, they will dry out.
6. Rinse the grains to remove mucus every 6-8 hours.
7. After 15-20 hours, the product can be eaten.

Properly germinated and high-quality wheat tastes sweet, has a fresh aroma and does not leave an unpleasant aftertaste.

When the product is ready

The wheat is ready for consumption in a day. You can only eat sprouted grains. The most useful properties are in cereals with a sprout of 2-3 mm. Grains with a sprout of 5 mm or more should not be eaten. They have lost all the healing properties that gave the sprout. From seedlings 12-15 mm you can make juice... If wheat has not sprouted within two days, it is not recommended to eat it - even if it germinates later.

How to use sprouts correctly

Any product can do both good and bad. For wheat sprouts to go for good, follow these rules:

1. Try not to heat them. Under the influence of temperature, the healing properties are reduced.
2. Chew the product thoroughly until gruel forms in your mouth. If this is difficult for any reason, grind the wheat in a meat grinder or blender.
3. Introduce sprouts into your diet gradually. Start with a teaspoon.
4. Don't eat a lot of grains. The norm per day is 2-3 tablespoons. Eating a lot of grain will lead to an upset stomach.
5. The best time to consume is morning. A charge of vivacity for the whole day is guaranteed to you. If eaten at night, insomnia may occur.
6. Before using sprouted grains, be sure to rinse with water.
7. Children can be introduced into the diet from the age of 14.
8. If you are allergic to gluten, refrain from the product.
9. Do not combine wheat with golden root, royal milk, and dairy products.
10. Eat grains with nuts, dried fruits, cereals and salads, cold soups.

Wheat Sprouted Recipes

Sprouted wheat does not need to be added to the diet in its pure form. It is easy to prepare simple meals from it. Salads, cocktails, homemade cakes and even moonshine are especially popular.

Salad

Korean salad will become a vitamin "bomb" on your table. To do this, you need 350 g of wheat germ, 120 g of ghee, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tbsp. l. vinegar and soy sauce, spices (pepper, coriander, sugar, salt).

Cooking recipe - elementary:

1. Rinse the sprouted grains and simmer in boiling water for about 5 minutes.
2. Place the beans in a deep bowl and sprinkle with the seasoning.
3. Heat oil in a skillet and add a pinch of coriander.
4. Season the beans with hot oil and mix well.
5. Drizzle with vinegar and soy sauce after a few minutes.

Another recipe is also popular. It will need the following ingredients:

• 1 pear, banana, apple, kiwi, half an avocado;
• 500 g of cheese;
• 3 tbsp. l. wheat germ;
• 3 tbsp. l. pomegranate seeds;
• juice of half a lemon;
• 4 tsp honey.

Pass the wheat grains through a meat grinder, finely chop the fruit, grate the cheese. Mix all products and season with honey and lemon juice.The salad is easy to digest and quickly saturates the body.

Porridge

Flaxseed porridge will give you morning tone and vivacity. To cook it, soak 3 tbsp. l. flax. In the morning, its seeds and water are whipped with a blender until mushy. Sprouted wheat grains are washed and added to the mixture. Whisk all ingredients again. Vitamin porridge is consumed 30 minutes before the main breakfast.

But delicious porridge with oranges can be pampered by the whole family. To do this, you will need:

• 1 cup wheat germ
• 1 tbsp. l. Sahara;
• a pinch of ground ginger;
• 1 tbsp. l. honey;
• butter;
• 1 orange.

Pour warm water over the wheat and leave for an hour. Drain the water, pour the grain into a saucepan and cover with fresh water. Put on fire and bring water to a boil. Add sugar, ginger. Cover and cook over low heat until the beans are soft. Add butter, honey and chopped orange to the finished porridge.

Cocktail

You can also use sprouted wheat in the form of a cocktail. For this, 100 g of sprouts are mixed with 50 g of raisins and passed through a meat grinder. Water is added to the products and, if desired, honey. All ingredients are whipped in a blender, after which the cocktail is ready for use. Vitamin charge for the whole day after the "health drink" is provided.

Sprout cookies

Homemade baked goods with a healthy ingredient will not leave anyone indifferent. Prepare in advance:

• 2 cups sprouted wheat
• 50 g dried apricots;
• 50 g prunes;
• a handful of raisins;
• 2 tbsp. spoons of poppy.

Pass all products through a meat grinder. Form "cakes" from the resulting dough. If you wish, you can roll them in sesame seeds. Place on a baking sheet and place in a preheated oven for 5-7 minutes. Do not forget to turn the "cakes" on the other side at the right time and send them back to the oven. Cookies undergo minimal heat treatment, therefore they retain a large number of useful properties.

Moonshine

Alcoholic beverages are not a healthy diet. Nevertheless, strong natural moonshine is prepared from sprouted wheat. It will be of good quality, with a mild taste. There are many recipes for wheat moonshine, check out one of them. Main ingredients:

• sprouted grain - 2.5 l;
• sugar - 6 kg;
• yeast - 100 g;
• fermented baked milk - 0.5 l.

Wheat with sprouts more than 2 cm is suitable for moonshine. To make mash, warm water at a temperature of 60 ° C and sugar are mixed in a can. Mix well. Yeast and wheat are added to the slightly cooled mixture.

The mash is stored at a temperature not exceeding 28 ° C. In the future, fermented baked milk is used to cleanse the mash. Distilled through a moonshine still two times. On grain leftovers, the mash can be refilled several times.

Terms and conditions of storage of germinated wheat

Wheat grain can be stored well in a glass or plastic container with a lid. I do not close the lid tightly, the grain may suffocate. But it is contraindicated to leave without a lid, the grain dries quickly. Cereals can be stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator for no more than two days. With longer storage, the beneficial properties are lost.

It is interesting:

Winter wheat "Moscow 40": description of the variety.

Fertilizers for winter wheat: how to feed in the fall.

Conclusion

Sprouted wheat is a natural source of vitamins and minerals. By consuming it every day, you will forget about artificial biological supplements from the pharmacy. It is easy to germinate the cereal. It is enough to choose high-quality seeds, soak them overnight, spread them out and do not forget to rinse them. Dishes made from this product will make your diet varied, and your body healthy and protected.