bean sprouts

American  

plural noun

1. the sprouts of newly germinated beans, especially of mung beans, used as a vegetable.

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Etymology

Origin of bean sprouts

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

Guacamole with pita chips or whole grain tortilla chips is always a hit, or stuff a pita with sliced avocado, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, bean sprouts, and Caesar or Greek dressing.

From Washington Times • Sep. 1, 2023

But no matter the order, Lee Hae-yeon, the owner, serves small side dishes of kimchi, tofu, boiled bean sprouts and marinated perilla leaves.

From New York Times • Jun. 14, 2023

The French option has cabbage, bean sprouts, bacon, cheese, sauce and a fried egg, all wrapped in a crepe.

From Reuters • May 21, 2023

The pancake is then draped over a mound of bean sprouts sizzling on the iron skillet that doubles as the serving plate.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 12, 2023

Determined to finish quickly, I rip off the tails of the bean sprouts as fast as I can.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh