Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of mung beans
- 1 cup of glutinous rice
- 8 cups of water
- 1 pandan leaf
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of palm sugar
- 1/4 tsp of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Rice cooker or pot
- Blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the mung beans and glutinous rice separately and soak them in water for at least 2 hours.
2. Drain the water and put the mung beans in a blender with 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
3. Put the blended mung beans, glutinous rice, pandan leaf, and 6 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook until the rice and beans are soft and mushy, stirring occasionally.
4. In a separate pot, mix the coconut milk, palm sugar, and salt. Cook on low heat until the sugar dissolves.
5. Serve the bubur kacang ijo in bowls and pour the coconut milk mixture on top.
- Time:
Preparation time: 2 hours (soaking time)
- Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Cook the bubur kacang ijo on medium heat.
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 6g
- Fiber: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use regular sugar instead of palm sugar.
- If you don't have pandan leaves, you can use vanilla extract.
Variations:
- You can add diced sweet potato or jackfruit to the bubur kacang ijo for extra flavor and texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Stir the bubur kacang ijo occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- If the bubur kacang ijo is too thick, you can add more water to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover bubur kacang ijo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the bubur kacang ijo in the microwave or on the stove with a little bit of water to thin it out.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the bubur kacang ijo in a bowl with a spoon.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the bubur kacang ijo with sliced bananas or toasted coconut flakes.
Pairings:
- Bubur kacang ijo pairs well with savory dishes like nasi goreng or satay.
Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve bubur kacang ijo with fried tofu or tempeh.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bubur kacang ijo is too watery, cook it for a little longer to thicken it up.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to soak the mung beans and glutinous rice for at least 2 hours to ensure they are fully cooked.
Food history:
- Bubur kacang ijo is a traditional Indonesian dessert that is commonly eaten for breakfast or as a snack.
Flavor profiles:
- Bubur kacang ijo has a sweet and creamy flavor with a nutty undertone from the mung beans.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the bubur kacang ijo hot or cold.
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Region: Indonesian