I'm having trouble knowing how to use this as the directions are not very clear. I'm trying to sprout fenugreek seeds. Where do the seeds go?
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Hmmm. The directions, I thought, were pretty clear. It's been a while since I used mine for broccoli sprouts.... but your seeds will stay in the inner container (after the rinsing and shaking process) for proper aeration, humidity and moisture. And that's where they'll begin sprouting.
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If you're still not sure how to do it, Youtube has quite a few demonstration videos under Sproutamo and Easy Sprout.
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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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Hi there, this is Lisa, I am the owner of Zziggysgal. A method that I like best, is to poke several holes, spaced at least 1-2 inches apart, and place 1-3 seeds in each.
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I have not tried this, but, I suggest putting the Tribest Freshlife FL-3000 sprouter in an old used cooler like an Igloo cooler for storing cold foods. Leave the door open enough for the power cord to come out. Put a heat pack on the bottom, put some kind of stand above the heat pack, put the sprouter on the stand and partially close the lid. You may have to stand the cooler on the small end like a refrigerator. Make sure the cooler you use will fit the sprouter, a stand and heat pack. The dimensions of the FL-3000 is 11.2 w x 13.6 h x 11.2 d inches with the water reservoir and 1 sprouting barrel. You might want to through in a thermometer to make sure it is not getting too hot. Please keep in mind I have not tried this method of keeping sprouts at an optimal temperature. Good luck and happy sprouting. Cindy VeggieSensations
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The majority of seeds go in the middle section and a few (depending on how seedy the lemon is) go into the juice section. When I have extracted all the juice from the lemon, I just use the edge of my knife to lightly flip or scrape them into my hand (or sometimes I just hold over the sink) to discard. The seeds are easy to see and remove, even little ones. I use mine every morning and find it just right for my use, but remember it is not for larger fruit, like oranges (tangerines work for me). Hope this helps.
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Nothing fancy needed. I use a quart jar with a mesh screen lid. Soak your seeds over night, then drain and rinse the seeds and lay the jar on its side. Rinse each day for 3 or 4 days until the seeds have sprouted to your liking. Then eat-em up!
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Yea, you can use these to germinate any seed that fits inside. Just keep it moist and store in a warm, dark place until they sprout. The largest seed I've used is green beans, and it worked great for me. I've also had success with plain sponges, just cut them to size, cut a slit in the center, add seed + water + darkness. These are definitely the best thing on the market I've used to start seeds and clone plants.
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The top opens exactly the same way as the bottom, by twisting it or the seed cage in opposite directions. If you are having a hard time, it is because it is stuck. I had the same problem. Empty any seed inside, then turn it so you can see what you are doing and try again. If it won't come loose, put a little oil (vegetable oil probably would be best) on the parts that won't loosen and try again. If necessary, give the top a gentle tap on a hard surface to jar it loose. -- When you put it back together, be sure to avoid twisting it too tightly.
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Honestly, I think you would be much better off watching an instructional video on Youtube. That way you can see what the sprouts should look like. Here is a link to a 5 minute one but there are many more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL0URJcZF8w Just watch a few and you will be ready for success.
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http://www.lifesprouts.com/faq.html. Enjoy. I love my sprouts, I do a "salad mix" that is great.soaking and draining is important.
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PJ......I don't recall there being any instructions but since I have been sprouting for years, it wasn't an issue. I use a tablespoon of alfalfa or clover or any other tiny seed per tray. Soak overnight for roughly 8 hours first, then rinse morning and evening. I use 1/4 cup of lentils for lentil sprouts and about the same for garbanzo bean sprouts. Experiment!
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Just a small note: to maximize the efficacy of soaking / sprouting (not all nuts can be sprouted), make sure you add sea salt (or whey) to the water. For one of the more concise instructions I've found, look on the culturesforhealth.com site. For more detail on such things, my favorite book is Sally Fallon's Nourishing Traditions.
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I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to harvest the seeds. Have fun! I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to... » Read More I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to harvest the seeds. Have fun! « Show Less
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You did not state what you were straining, if it's tomatoes there should be no seeds coming through I gwt no seeds coming through on mine I have strained tomatoes, carrots, apples, Zucchini and potatoes for my gnocchi
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HI There,First you have to soak it in the water for three to five day. Until it has sprout coming out from the seek. Then you get a bucket mix potting soil and sand together. YOu need to put water double the soil level. After that you plan the sprout lotus seek in the water soil. You should put the pot in the sunny spot and wait for about two weeks. You see the lotus come up. Make sure you buy lotus seek in Thailand. It comes in the real lotus seek. I'm not sure this is the right kind. Because I bought several kind at the time, but only the one in Thailand was the real one. Other vender in US sold lotus seek like sand dust. Those are fake one. Feel free to ask more question anytime. Keith HI There,First you have to soak it in the water for three to five day. Until it has sprout coming out from the seek. Then you get a bucket mix potting soil and sand together. YOu need to put water double the soil level. After that you plan the sprout lotus seek in the water soil. You should put the pot in the sunny spot and wait for about two weeks. You see the lotus come up. Make sure you buy lotus seek in Thailand. It comes in the real lotus seek. I'm not sure this is the right kind. Because I bought several kind at the time, but only the one in Thailand was the real one. Other... » Read More HI There,First you have to soak it in the water for three to five day. Until it has sprout coming out from the seek. Then you get a bucket mix potting soil and sand together. YOu need to put water double the soil level. After that you plan the sprout lotus seek in the water soil. You should put the pot in the sunny spot and wait for about two weeks. You see the lotus come up. Make sure you buy lotus seek in Thailand. It comes in the real lotus seek. I'm not sure this is the right kind. Because I bought several kind at the time, but only the one in Thailand was the real one. Other vender in US sold lotus seek like sand dust. Those are fake one. Feel free to ask more question anytime. Keith « Show Less
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That's a really good question!!! I have never tried it but I have read that others have used this kind of a product for sprouting. I would definitely give it a try!
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I just cook it. I doubt that you could find a mesh fine enough to wish it it; these seeds ae VERY small!
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Well for the most part the instructions you need depend on the seed your trying to sprout. Not the sprout-er you decide to use. Generally, you take the amount of seeds you want to sprout. You soak them for about 6-12 hours depending on the seed you choose. You then rinse them off and drain them. You place them in the sprouter. Place some in each compartment of the sprouter. every 12 hours or so you rinse them in the sprouter and make sure they drain well and re stack them. That's it. wait til they get to the level you want them . Then , you eat them .