Step 1

Rinse and drain the grains: Place the grains in a strainer or colander, rinse well, and drain.

Step 2

Soak the grains: Place the grains in a bowl and cover with water by a couple inches. Let stand overnight or at least 12 hours.

Step 3

Drain the grains: Drain the grains in a strainer or colander. Rinse well and drain.

Step 4

Place the grains in a jar: Place the grains in a 1 quart jar.

Step 5

Cover the jar: Cover the jar with a sprouting lid/screen OR a double layer of cheesecloth secured with a metal screw band or a rubber band.

Step 6

Invert the jar: Turn the jar upside down and at an angle so that excess water can drain and air can circulate. Place the jar in a bowl to catch the water. Keep it out of direct light and ideally at a temperature between 68 to 75°F.

Step 7

Rinse and drain twice a day: Every 12 hours or so, pour water into the jar and swirl it to evenly rinse all the grains. Pour off the water and invert the jar as in Step 6.

Step 8

Wait and watch: The grains should sprout in 1 to 5 days. You will know they are ready when they have little tails. Depending on personal preference, you can wait until the sprouts have just emerged or until they are longer, about 1/4 inch or so.

Step 9

Refrigerate the sprouted grains: Rinse and drain the sprouted grains and store them in the refrigerator for a few days to a week. If at any point they smell bad or look slimy, discard them.