Chè Ba Màu

Chè Ba Màu is a vibrant Vietnamese dessert that combines layers of sweet mung beans, coconut milk, and colorful jelly, creating a delightful treat that's both visually appealing and delicious. This vegan dessert is a refreshing way to enjoy a taste of Vietnam's rich culinary heritage.

Ingredients

• Mung beans - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Tapioca starch - 30 grams
• Pandan leaves - 2
• Food coloring (green, pink) - as needed
• Ice cubes - for serving
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Rinse the mung beans under cold water, then soak them in water for about 2 hours.
2. Drain the soaked mung beans and steam them for 20 minutes until soft. Mash them slightly and mix in 25 grams of sugar and a pinch of salt, then set aside.
3. In a saucepan, bring 300 ml of water to a boil. Add the tapioca starch and stir continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes translucent. Divide the mixture into two bowls.
4. In one bowl, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix well. In the other bowl, add a few drops of pink food coloring, mixing until fully combined.
5. Pour the colored tapioca mixtures onto a tray lined with parchment paper, spreading them evenly. Let them cool and set for about 10 minutes, then cut into small squares.
6. In a separate pot, combine the remaining 200 ml of water, coconut milk, and the remaining 25 grams of sugar. Add the pandan leaves and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove the pandan leaves.
7. To assemble the dessert, layer a spoonful of the mung bean mixture at the bottom of a serving bowl, followed by a layer of the green and pink tapioca squares, and then pour the coconut milk mixture over the top.
8. Serve chilled with ice cubes for a refreshing treat.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, which can provide energy.

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