Cơm Đậu Xanh

Cơm Đậu Xanh is a delightful Vietnamese rice dish featuring fragrant jasmine rice cooked with green mung beans, creating a comforting and nutritious meal. It is often garnished with fresh herbs and served alongside pickled vegetables for a refreshing balance.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Green mung beans - 75 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh coriander - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Spring onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice and green mung beans under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, mung beans, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and both the rice and mung beans are tender.
4. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced shallots, sautéing until golden and fragrant.
5. Once the rice and mung beans are cooked, fluff them with a fork and gently stir in the sautéed garlic and shallots.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh coriander, spring onions, and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from mung beans, promoting digestive health.
• Low in cholesterol and saturated fats, making it heart-healthy.

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