🇨🇳 China · Dessert
Refreshing Mung Bean Soup
By eatmundo · July 12, 2026
🇨🇳 CNA cooling, traditional dessert soup popular during hot summers. It is light, mildly sweet, and famous for its health-clearing properties.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Rinse 200g of mung beans thoroughly under cold running water.
- 2
Place beans in a pot with 1.5L of water and 5g dried tangerine peel.
- 3
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low.
- 4
Simmer for 40 minutes until the beans are tender and starting to split open.
- 5
Add 100g of rock sugar to the pot and stir until completely dissolved.
- 6
Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more sugar if needed.
- 7
Turn off the heat and let the soup cool down to room temperature.
- 8
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for maximum refreshment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mung Bean Soup?+
Mung Bean Soup is a Chinese sweet dessert soup prepared by simmering mung beans with water, rock sugar, and dried tangerine peel. It is typically served chilled or at room temperature, particularly during the summer months to help provide relief from heat.
Should I soak the mung beans before cooking?+
Yes, soaking them for at least 2 hours helps them soften evenly and reduces the overall cooking time.
How do I prevent the dried tangerine peel from making the soup bitter?+
Scrape off the white pith on the inside of the peel with a knife before adding it to the pot.
How can I tell when the mung bean soup is perfectly cooked?+
The soup is ready when the beans have split open and the texture is soft and creamy, which usually takes about 45 minutes of simmering.
Can I use granulated sugar instead of rock sugar?+
You can, but rock sugar is preferred because it provides a milder, cleaner sweetness and a better mouthfeel for this traditional dessert.
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