- Mung beans are mainly cultivated in India, China, and Southeast Asia, with India producing about 50% of the global supply. China produces 17% of global mung beans. - In these regions, mung beans are used widely in both savory and sweet dishes as whole beans, paste, flour, or sprouts. They are also popular ingredients in meals, soups, pancakes, noodles, desserts, beverages, and pastries. - In Europe, mung beans are often sprouted and consumed as a healthy vegetarian ingredient. The EU sprouted seed market includes around 120 producers that must register with national authorities. Major exporters of mung beans to Europe are China and