Spicy World Lupini Beans Dry Large 2 Pound Bulk Bag (32oz) - High Protein Legume, Vegan, Authentic

Yes, these are quite bitter. But the answer is to prepare them properly.Soak for 24 hrs. Then boil, w/ a change of water mid-boil, for 2.5 hours. Then start soaking. The trick is to change the water frequently, 3, 4, 5, 6 times a day. Even more; let them soak for an hour or 2 then change the water when you pass by the kitchen counter. The more you change the water, the faster the result.Also, make sure the water to bean ratio is high; that is, cover them with lots of water when you soak. Leave 3 or 4 " of water above the beans.Do all this, and you'll sweet beans in 4-5 days.

I followed the elaborate instructions, soaking and rinsing many times for four days. Had to cook them in the pressure cooker for 1 1/2 hours. The taste was terrible. I have eaten lupin beans before and really liked them. Thus had almost a chemical taste, very bitter. I would never buy these again.

I grew up eating lupini beans and could never make them myself until now. I do not really like the pickled jar ones from the store, so I was happy to finally make them at home. The trick is patience because they take time. For me, it took about 7 to 10 days of constant water changing before they were ready, but they were worth the wait. They came out plump, delicious, and fresh tasting. I also love that they are a healthy snack with a good dose of protein. Great purchase if you are willing to put in the prep time.

Simple to grow. Directly sown in the garden.

I’ve seen a lot of baloney about how to prep these, with people thinking this is a 4 or 5 day task. It’s not. It’s two weeks. Read Brami’s instructions on how to do it. Get TWO 120 oz mason jars. After the 10 day process, they will completely fill one of those jars, and you can brine them for 3-5 days. They were large, buttery, and delicious. Very few bad beans in the bag. Thick skin (fiber) meaty kernel (protein) - they were a great canvas to paint a brine flavor on. If you don’t fully commit to the timeline, you will be unhappy. If you do, you won’t go back to store bought premade. The actual amount of work is trivial day to day.

This package arrived with zero cooking or preparation instructions — and that’s a problem. Lupini beans aren’t like regular beans where you just soak, simmer, and hope for the best. If they’re not prepared correctly, they can cause serious gastric distress, and according to every reputable source I checked, improperly prepared lupini beans can even be toxic.These are not your typical “oops, I ate too many beans” gassy moments. If you’re an athlete or someone who works out, the aftermath can be temporarily debilitating. And even if you’re not an athlete, let’s just say you’ll want the Pepto-Bismol within arm’s reach if you skip the proper prep steps.If you buy these, please do yourself a favor and look up how to safely prepare lupini beans. They can be great — but only if handled correctly. The seller really should include instructions, because without them, this product is a digestive adventure most people don’t want.

I almost didn’t buy these because of some of the reviews mentioning bitterness, but I’m glad I did. The preparation was very simple and the results were excellent.I soaked the lupini beans for 24 hours, then cooked them for about 2 hours. After that, I placed them in a jar with water, stored them in the refrigerator, and changed the water once a day. After 7 days, they were not bitter at all.. just delicious.The beans turned out fresh, tasty, and satisfying. They’re also a very healthy snack and one of the best values I’ve found for the price. I’ll definitely be buying them again.

I do my own soaking. Still experimenting and learning. Best to soak small batches at a time. Lots of water and muscle involved.