Mung Bean Soup

Mung Bean Soup is a perfect summer drink. It's refreshing, fragrant, and has a clear, bright color. When the beans are cooked just right and burst open, taking a sip of the soup and a spoonful of the beans is truly delightful.

6 Reviews
6 Comments
POSTED:24/05/2024
Level:Easy
Yield:3-4 servings
Total:2 hr 0 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:15 min

Mung bean soup is a perfect way to cool down in the summer. Just one bowl can make you feel refreshed instantly. However, there are some tips you need to know to make it right. Once you master these tricks, you'll be able to make it easily. Let's learn how!


1、Can you add alkali when making mung bean soup?

Mung beans are rich in vitamin B, which helps cool you down and replenishes nutrients lost through sweating. Adding alkali can make the soup thicker quickly, but it destroys vitamin B and antioxidant flavonoids. So, don’t add alkali when making mung bean soup. If you want a thicker soup, use oats or sticky rice instead.


2、What kind of water should you use for mung bean soup?

The purer the water, the better. This is because the pH level of the water can affect mung bean soup. Higher pH levels, which mean more alkalinity, can damage the flavonoids and vitamin B in the soup. Flavonoids are the main antioxidants in mung bean soup, and vitamin B helps replenish nutrients lost through sweating, both of which are key to its cooling properties.


3、Can you use an iron pot to make mung bean soup?

Avoid using an iron pot. Iron can break down the flavonoids, leading to a darker color and potentially causing stomach discomfort. It's best to use a ceramic or stainless steel pot for making mung bean soup.

Also, keep the lid on while cooking to minimize the soup's exposure to oxygen.


4、How can you make mung beans soften faster?

Preparation is key when making mung bean soup. Thoroughly wash the beans to remove impurities and soak them for at least 2 hours. This helps the beans absorb water fully, speeding up the softening process.

When cooking the beans, start by bringing them to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer slowly. This preserves the color and texture of the beans. Adding cold water at the right time after boiling is a handy trick that helps the beans soften faster, enhancing the soup's flavor.


5、How to make mung bean soup taste fresher?

To make mung bean soup taste fresher, consider adding some lemon juice. Not only does it enhance the soup's sweet and sour flavors, but it also provides antioxidant benefits. Additionally, a moderate amount of rock sugar is essential. Be sure to mix it thoroughly after adding to ensure a smoother texture.


6、How to maintain the vibrant green color and texture of mung bean soup?

After cooking, it's important to promptly cool down the mung bean soup and then refrigerate it. This helps enhance the soup's texture and maintain the vibrant green color of the beans.

I believe that with these tips, everyone can quickly make a delicious mung bean soup. You can also adjust the seasoning and ingredients according to your own taste preferences. Now, let's get started and make it together!

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 50 grams of mung beans

ACCESSORIES

  • 600 grams or more of water

SEASONINGS

  • a suitable amount of rock sugar

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Prepare the ingredients.

Prepare the ingredients for your recipe.

STEP 2

Wash the mung beans several times to effectively remove impurities from the surface, ensuring the soup tastes clean. Then soak the mung beans in clean water for about half an hour.

tips:

Soaking softens the mung beans, reducing cooking time and making them easier to cook thoroughly.

Soaking and washing mung beans for better cooking results.

STEP 3

Next, place them in the freezer until ice forms on the surface, about 1 hour. Then remove from the freezer.

Freeze until ice forms, then remove.

STEP 4

Adding an appropriate amount of water to the pot, bring it to a boil. If you're making mung bean paste, you can use less water. For mung bean soup, you can add a little more water according to your preference.

Adjust water amount based on recipe: use less for mung bean paste, more for soup.

STEP 5

Once the water boils, add the frozen mung beans.

tips:

Adding mung beans to boiling water reduces cooking time and prevents the soup from turning red.

Boil water, add frozen mung beans; it reduces cooking time and prevents red soup.

STEP 6

Boil vigorously for about 30 minutes until the mung beans start to burst.

Boil mung beans for 30 minutes until bursting.

STEP 7

Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for about ten minutes. Add rock sugar until melted.

Reduce heat, cook for 10 minutes, add rock sugar and melt.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Mung Bean Soup
  • Main Ingredients:2
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:650 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 650 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):11 kcal
    1%
  • Protein:0.56 g
    1%
  • Fat:0.23 g Why gray?
    0%
  • Carbohydrates:2.16 g
    1%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 12%
    1 kcal
  • Fat: 17%
    2 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 70%
    8 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

6 REVIEWS

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CarlOctober 07, 2024

Green bean soup is simply a favorite of my heart! That refreshing texture and unique sweet and tangy flavor, every bite is full of satisfaction and happiness, making it a simply wonderful experience that I love!
BrandonSeptember 26, 2024

My green bean soup is a bit too thick, how can I adjust the texture
reply:
September 28, 2024
You can adjust the consistency of the green bean soup by adding the right amount of water while cooking the green beans, or by adding the right amount of water after boiling.
EmmaSeptember 11, 2024

When making green bean soup, how can I make the green beans easier to cook
reply:
September 13, 2024
You can shorten the cooking time by soaking the green beans for a few hours or overnight, then boiling them before cooking.
EmmaJuly 30, 2024

It clears heat and reduces fire, but why does mine still have a bitter taste when I make it, and I've already put a lot of sugar in it?
PatriciaJuly 17, 2024

Easy to make, great for home cooking, and especially good for hot weather enjoyment.
AliceMay 24, 2024

This green bean soup is such a great summer soup, it's so sweet and flavorful, it's really good!
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