Chè Sầu Riêng

Chè Sầu Riêng is a creamy and decadent Vietnamese dessert made from ripe durian, coconut milk, and sweetened mung beans. This vegan delight is both indulgent and refreshing, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• Ripe durian flesh - 200 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Cooked mung beans - 100 grams
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Salt - a pinch
• Ice cubes - optional, for serving

Steps

1. Begin by rinsing the mung beans under cold water and then cook them in 300 ml of water over medium heat for about 20 minutes until soft.
2. Once the mung beans are cooked, drain any excess water and add them back to the pot along with 50 grams of sugar, a pinch of salt, and 200 ml of coconut milk.
3. Stir the mixture gently over low heat for another 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before adding the ripe durian flesh, mashing it gently into the mixture until well incorporated.
5. Serve the Chè Sầu Riêng warm or chilled in bowls, adding ice cubes if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from durian and mung beans.
• Provides healthy fats from coconut milk.

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