Question

Seeds like kidney beans and gram are soaked before cooking as it _________ the seeds, saves _______ and ____________ while cooking.

Answer 1

Seeds like kidney beans and gram are soaked before cooking as it softens the seeds, saves fuel and time while cooking.

Explanation:

Seeds like kidney beans and gram are very hard on the surface. Soaking them in water before cooking helps in softening their surface.

If these seeds are not soaked in water, they require a lot more fuel and time in cooking properly. This is basically wastage of precious fuels which are already limited in quantity. It also improves the water component of the seeds as kidney beans and grams absorb water quickly.