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Bubur Kacang Hijau with Sago Pearls Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of green mung beans
- 1/2 cup of sago pearls
- 1/2 cup of palm sugar
- 4 cups of water
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 pandan leaf
- 1 can of coconut milk (400ml)

Special Equipment Needed:
- Pressure cooker or pot
- Strainer

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Rinse the green mung beans and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the water and put the beans in a pressure cooker or pot.
3. Add 4 cups of water and pandan leaf to the pot.
4. Cook the beans in the pressure cooker for 15 minutes or boil them in a pot for 1 hour until they are soft and mushy.
5. Remove the pandan leaf and use a strainer to remove any excess water.
6. Add palm sugar and salt to the beans and stir until the sugar dissolves.
7. Cook the sago pearls in boiling water for 10 minutes until they become translucent.
8. Drain the sago pearls and rinse them with cold water.
9. Add the cooked sago pearls to the pot of beans and stir.
10. Add the can of coconut milk to the pot and stir until well combined.
11. Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes until it thickens.
12. Serve the bubur kacang hijau hot or cold.


Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour (pot) or 15 minutes (pressure cooker)
Temperature:
Cook the beans in boiling water or pressure cooker.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4-6 people.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 5g
Fiber: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use brown sugar instead of palm sugar.
- You can use other types of beans such as black beans or red beans.

Variations:
- You can add sliced bananas or jackfruit to the mixture.
- You can add a tablespoon of ginger to the mixture for a spicy kick.

Tips and Tricks:
- Soak the beans before cooking to reduce the cooking time.
- Rinse the sago pearls with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Stir the mixture constantly to prevent it from sticking to the pot.

Storage Instructions:
Store the leftover bubur kacang hijau in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the bubur kacang hijau in a pot over low heat until warm.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve the bubur kacang hijau in a bowl and garnish with sliced bananas or jackfruit.

Garnishes:
- Sliced bananas
- Jackfruit
- Coconut flakes

Pairings:
- Indonesian fried chicken
- Grilled fish
- Satay

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fried bananas
- Sweet potato fritters
- Cassava chips

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk.
- If the mixture is too thin, cook it for a longer time until it thickens.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the beans are cooked thoroughly before eating.
- Store the leftover bubur kacang hijau in the fridge to prevent spoilage.

Food History:
Bubur kacang hijau is a traditional Indonesian dessert made from green mung beans.

Flavor Profiles:
Sweet, creamy, and nutty.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve the bubur kacang hijau as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Creamy, Savory