Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup
Dive into the comforting warmth of Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup, a sweet and nourishing dessert soup beloved in many Asian cuisines. This recipe transforms humble green mung beans into a velvety bowl of goodness, simmered to perfection with rock sugar and infused with the delicate aroma of pandan leaves. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this treat is as simple as it is satisfying. Customize it with a drizzle of creamy coconut milk for a touch of indulgence, and enjoy it either hot or chilled, making it perfect for any season. Packed with protein and naturally gluten-free, this soul-soothing dish is not only delicious but also wholesome—a must-try for lovers of Asian-inspired desserts!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup green mung beans
- 6 cups water
- 1 cup rock sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 2 pieces pandan leaves (optional, tied into a knot)
- 0.25 cup coconut milk (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the green mung beans thoroughly under cold water and remove any debris or damaged beans.
Step 2
In a large pot, combine the green mung beans and water. If using pandan leaves, add them to the pot.
Step 3
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Let the mung beans simmer for about 30–35 minutes, or until they are soft and begin to break apart.
Step 4
Stir in the rock sugar (or granulated sugar) and continue to cook for another 5–10 minutes, or until the sugar is completely dissolved. Adjust the sweetness to taste.
Step 5
If you desire a more refined texture, you can blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender, then mix it back into the pot.
Step 6
Remove the pandan leaves (if used) and discard them.
Step 7
Serve the mung bean soup hot or chilled, based on your preference. Optionally, drizzle a small amount of coconut milk over each serving for added richness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1945.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1748.0 |
| Total Fat 16.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 86.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 365.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 251.7g | |
| Protein 49.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 364.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2656.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories