Chè Bánh Bột Lọc

Chè Bánh Bột Lọc is a delightful Vietnamese dessert featuring chewy tapioca dumplings filled with sweetened mung beans, served in a light coconut sauce. This dish is not only visually appealing but also offers a unique combination of textures and flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• Tapioca flour - 100 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Mung beans (dried) - 50 grams
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Salt - a pinch
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Pandan leaves - 1-2 for flavor (optional)

Steps

1. Soak mung beans in water for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain and steam for about 20 minutes until soft.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine tapioca flour and warm water. Knead until you form a smooth, pliable dough.
3. Divide the dough into small pieces (about 20 grams each). Flatten each piece into a disc and place a small spoonful of steamed mung beans in the center. Fold the dough over and seal the edges to form a dumpling.
4. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook until they float to the top (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
5. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, a pinch of salt, and pandan leaves (if using). Heat until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
6. To serve, place the dumplings in a bowl and pour the coconut sauce over them. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates, providing quick energy.
• Contains fiber from mung beans, which aids in digestion.

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