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Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup Recipe

Indulge in this delightful and refreshing Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup, the perfect ending to an Asian-inspired meal or a light snack any time of day! Fragrant coconut milk lends a creamy sweetness, while tender mung beans create a subtly sweet and satisfying dessert. Low in fat (without the coconut milk!), this versatile recipe can even be frozen into delicious popsicles! Discover a taste of the Orient with this easy-to-make, healthy treat.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 449.7 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup

  • 1 cup dried green mung beans
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2-3 pandan leaves
  • 1 teaspoon pandan extract

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How to Make Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup

  1. Rinse 1 cup of dried green mung beans thoroughly under cold water and drain.
  2. Transfer the rinsed beans to a medium saucepan. Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for approximately 15 minutes, or until the beans are slightly softened.
  4. Add 2-3 pandan leaves (or 1 teaspoon pandan extract) to the saucepan. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the beans are very soft and some have begun to split open.
  5. Turn off the heat and carefully remove the pandan leaves. Add 1/2 cup of granulated sugar (or to taste) and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  6. Just before serving, gently stir in 1 can (13.5 oz) of full-fat coconut milk.
  7. Serve the Sweet Green Mung Bean Soup warm for a comforting treat, or chill for a refreshing dessert. For popsicles, pour into popsicle molds and freeze until solid.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

0g

Carbs

28g

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