How does one keep the sprouts from them from getting entangled into the wires of the strainer? Are they large enough so this is not an issue?
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It depends greatly on the size of the mesh of the strainer. Other than that, rinse the sprouts often so they are thick and juicy, instead of thin and hair-like. When they have grown enough, place them in a large bowl of water so the hulls float. Skim off as many hulls as you can. Scoop the sprouts out with your hands instead of straining them.
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I use the Victorio VKP1014 4-Tray Kitchen Seed Sprouter and don't have a problem. It is best to rinse the seeds twice a day - I shake them up a bit with each rinse and that seems to help them not get entangled in the sprouter or tangled up with the other sprouts. mung roots are definitely larger than alfalfa so even if you are using a wire mesh screen to strain them you should be fine. Just make sure to rinse and shake morning and evening. Additionally, you want to limit the sunlight of mung beans or they will form leaves rather quickly.
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If you don't have a sprouter, use a glass jar. Cover it with cheese cloth or a piece of nylon from panty hose, then place it on it's side. It's easy to rinse.
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No these strainers are very low quality. Two out of the tree strainers were torn when I received them. They would be good to strain chia seeds if they weren't torn. The third one tore after two weeks of use. Horrible product! Do not buy!
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I don't know about that because I've never entertained the idea of dehydrating sprouted grains. I just looked at my Clean-A-Screen tray and I don't think they would fall through because they have puffed up a bit. I don't do any sprouting myself but am going to give it a try after the holidays. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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I just keep flipping them over when there's gunk in them. They work either way! Especially useful instead of the strainers that come with the sink- that are always blocking the drain. You end up just taking them out and not using anything- bad for the drain! Love these things! Even give them as stocking stuffers.
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I had a batch that sprouted. I left them soaking for too long. This was almost a year ago. I got these to make tofu. I am just amateur in making tofu but I can say I haven't had any problems using these beans for this purpose.
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I have used a metal strainer and they have done just fine. Just don't let them sit in the metal strainer for too long.
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You have the inner cup with slots at the bottom. Seeds go there. I think I soaked Fenugreek around 8hrs. Then rinsed and drained. Then you rinse and drain 2x aday till sprouts.
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For the price, why splice wires, the leads can be extended to 6 feet. What I would recommend is to place the sensor on a sheet of paper towel. Any moisture will wick up to the contacts. Also you can cover a bigger area where just a corner of the paper towel will transfer the liquid by capillary action to the contacts.
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No, the strainer is secure. I drink a lot of herb tea so it doesn't get bitter leaving the leaves in for a long time.
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Dont really know. The holes in the strainer seem fine enough but it isnt a percolater
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I use a mesh seed guard like this one: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=20947&cmpid;=04csegpl&ref;=6111&subref;=AA&CAWELAID;=525384260&CA;GPSPN=pla&catargetid;=530005150000090886&c;adevice=cI got mine at a local bird supply store. They are pretty cheap and when they get dirty, you can throw them in the washing machine.
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The slits on the top of the cutain are not that long or wide, so we have thin wire ones. My guess is that the plastic rings would be too thick.
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These are great for straining stocks... the larger strainer will hold a lot of the bulk.
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sorry for the late response , no the strainer fits perfect , worry is dropping it trying to make a carrier out of paracord with combiner
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From what I've read it is advised not to use a metal strainer but I have a couple of times and it didn't seem to do them any harm. I tried lining a metal strainer with cheesecloth but found I couldn't get all the grains out of the cheesecloth so I picked up a plastic strainer at Goodwill or Salvation Army. Then my grains started multiplying like crazy and it would have been fine if a few didn't make it back in. What I also bought at a thrift shop was a 2-3 gallon glass container with a spigot so I didn't have to pour and strain each and every time. Made the whole process much easier and simpler. Oh, and it took a few weeks (6-8 or more) to start getting a really good fizz so stick with it. Good luck! From what I've read it is advised not to use a metal strainer but I have a couple of times and it didn't seem to do them any harm. I tried lining a metal strainer with cheesecloth but found I couldn't get all the grains out of the cheesecloth so I picked up a plastic strainer at Goodwill or Salvation Army. Then my grains started multiplying like crazy and it would have been fine if a few didn't make it back in. What I also bought at a thrift shop was a 2-3 gallon glass container with a spigot so I didn't have to pour and strain each and every time. Made the whole process much easier and... » Read More From what I've read it is advised not to use a metal strainer but I have a couple of times and it didn't seem to do them any harm. I tried lining a metal strainer with cheesecloth but found I couldn't get all the grains out of the cheesecloth so I picked up a plastic strainer at Goodwill or Salvation Army. Then my grains started multiplying like crazy and it would have been fine if a few didn't make it back in. What I also bought at a thrift shop was a 2-3 gallon glass container with a spigot so I didn't have to pour and strain each and every time. Made the whole process much easier and simpler. Oh, and it took a few weeks (6-8 or more) to start getting a really good fizz so stick with it. Good luck! « Show Less
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No, quinoa will not fall through any of these strainers. I bought mine because my daughter likes to strain spaghetti sauce, Italian dressing, etc, and they work fine, so no way quinoa will slip through.
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I wish I could help. Strainer itself doesn't have any marks (about what I didn't pay attention before) and I threw away all the wraps and labels. Frankly, I don't get to use this strainer - the mesh is too dense for my needs, that is why I don't care much about all the details.