Enjoy a delicious and nutritious Instant Pot Sweet Mung Bean Soup. Whip it up in under an hour for a satisfying, healthy snack any time of day.
If you're craving a wholesome dessert that's both nutritious and delicious, you're in the right place. This hearty 'soup' is packed with flavor and goodness, and best of all, it's quick and easy to make. Sweet mung bean soup can be served warm or chilled, so it's a perfect companion for this chilly winters or blistering summer days.
Made with 3 simple ingredients, this recipe can't get any easier!
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Ingredients
- Dried mung bean: Mung beans are known for their mild flavor and nutritional benefits. In Chinese, these also directly translate to 'green beans.'
- Water
- Rock sugar: Rock sugar is a naturally formed crystalline sugar derived form sugarcane or sugar beet juice. It's commonly used in traditional Asian dishes and adds a subtle sweetness without overwhelming the flavors of the dish. If you don't have rock sugar on hand, sub with your sweetener of choice such as granulated sugar or light brown sugar.
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of mung beans well and add to Instant Pot. Add 10 cups of water or up until the ½ mark on the Instant Pot (this is with a 6 qt Instant Pot, adjust according to the size of your pot).
- Close and lock the Instant Pot lid. Press 'Bean/Chili options" and set it to "High Pressure." Set the timer for 30 minutes.
- When it's done, the Instant Pot will read 'Keep Warm.' You can let it naturally release, which may take another 30 minutes. You can also manually release the pressure. Follow the instructions of your Instant Pot and keep your hands and any part of your body away from the steam valve.
- If you'd like the soup to have a thicker consistency, select the 'Sauté' option. Allow the liquid to reach a boil and let it simmer until the soup reaches a consistency to your liking.
- Stir in rock sugar or sweetener of choice. Drink warm as is or store in a container and keep in the fridge to drink chilled.
Substitutions
Sweetener: If you don't have rock sugar, you can substitute with your sweetener of choice such as granulated sugar, brown sugar or honey.
Variations
- Add slices of ginger to the pot before starting the pressure cooker. This will add another level of sweetness and a bit of a kick.
- Add coconut milk after the soup is done cooking. Add in and stir, do not boil the coconut milk.
Equipment
In order to make sweet mung bean soup in under in hour, you must use an Instant Pot or another type of pressure cooker. Otherwise, this dessert requires the mung beans to be soaked for several hours and then simmered on low over the stove.
Storage
Allow the soup to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days for optimal freshness. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
FAQ
Natural release typically takes around 20 to 30 minutes, but it may vary depending on the quantity of soup and other factors.
While you can experiment with shorter cooking times, keep in mind that mung beans may require sufficient time to soften and cook thoroughly for the desired texture.
No, soaking the mung beans is not required for this recipe. The Instant Pot's pressure cooking function effectively cooks the beans without the need for pre-soaking.
Absolutely! Feel free to enhance the flavor of the soup by adding ingredients like coconut milk, pandan leaves, or ginger for a more aromatic and flavorful twist. Adjust the seasoning and sweetness according to your taste preferences.
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Instant Pot Sweet Mung Bean Soup
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry mung beans
- 10 cups water
- 2 pieces rock sugar (sub any other sweetener)
Instructions
- Rinse mung beans well and add to Instant Pot. Add 10 cups of water or up until the ½ mark on the Instant Pot.
- Close and lock the Instant Pot lid. Press 'Bean/Chili options" and set it to "High Pressure." Set the timer for 30 minutes.
- When done, the Instant Pot will read 'Keep Warm.' You can let it naturally release, which may take another 25-30 minutes. You can also manually release the pressure. Follow the instructions of your Instant Pot to do so safely.
- If you'd like the soup to be thicker, select the 'Sauté' option. Allow the liquid to come to a boil and end when the soup reaches a consistency to your liking.
- Stir in rock sugar or sweetener of choice. Drink warm as is or allow it to cool and store in the fridge in an airtight container to drink chilled.
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