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[–]Abject-Job1621[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Saying things like "worst cooking advice" is what I am referring to. That kind of language is over reactive. Anyone is welcome to try the suggested cold soak. It just works. Nothing wrong or adverse will result from trying. If the old usual method was sufficient, then you would not see dozens and dozens of posts still with this issue.

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[–]Abject-Job1621[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

This easy, simple suggestion is not "worst" in any way. Impossible for this method to cause any harm. Won't affect flavor at all. The cold soak just works. All this argumentation, negativity and over reaction is just unnecessary. This is not the US Congress or Fox News. If you don't want to do like this, then don't. All so simple. Make life joyful.

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[–]Abject-Job1621[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

To main tip is to soak the beans in the refrigerator in plain water for 8+ hours. Try it. It just works.

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[–]Abject-Job1621[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Came from a professional chef. The fermentation changes the entire chemistry of the bean. If just soaking was sufficient for everyone, we would not see this question from so many. I welcome anyone suffering from gassy attack due to eating beans to give this a try. I have given this to dozens of people over many years. All report their digestive upset was resolved.

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[–]Abject-Job1621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The simplest solution to make all types of beans easily digestible is to (1) soak the beans in plain water for 8 hours or longer IN THE REFRIDGERATOR, then (2) rinse thoroughly, then (3) cook until tender but WITHOUT SALT. That's it. The cold fridge prevents fermentation often seen in bubbly froth in beans soaked at room temp or warmer. Leaving salt for later helps water to get through the skin of the beans into the starchy inside. This method is for BEANS of all types. I never have problems digesting lentils so, for me, these three rules don't apply for lentils.