The dried beans I bought before were not stored properly. When I took them out, I found that they had moldy spots on them. Can I still eat the dried beans if they are moldy? What should I do if dried beans become moldy?

Can you eat dried beans if they are moldy?

You cannot eat dried beans if they are moldy.

First of all, moldy food contains a lot of mold, which can cause disorder of beneficial bacteria in the digestive system, food poisoning, and even acute abdomen, seriously endangering life.

Secondly, eating moldy food can cause mold spores to invade the blood or respiratory system and cause serious problems.

Third, moldy food often contains aflatoxin, which is a major carcinogen recognized globally. Long-term intake of aflatoxin can cause lesions in many human organs.

What should I do if the dried beans are moldy?

You cannot eat dried beans if they are moldy. Even if the moldy parts are treated, it is still not recommended to eat them.

In the face of moldy food, although we can cut off the moldy part and a considerable part of its surroundings, some toxic bacteria invisible to the naked eye may still exist, and it is not safe to remove the moldy part of the food. The British Food Standards Agency advises people not to eat visibly rotten or moldy food, especially the elderly, children and pregnant women, as well as people with weakened immune systems.

Where is the specialty of dried beans?

Kazuo dried beans are produced in Kazuo County, Chaoyang City. Dried beans, also known as dehydrated beans, have the characteristics of no preservatives, long shelf life, and easy portability. They do not break when stewed for a long time, stir-fried until tender, and can be stewed or stir-fried. They are a delicious delicacy on the home table.

What color are dried beans?

Dried beans, also called dehydrated beans, usually use cowpeas and broad green beans as raw materials. After being cooked at high temperature, they are dried in the sun or After drying and sun-drying, the finished product is black and brittle.