Vegan Vietnamese Sweet Soup Recipe

Does the following dessert look tasty enough for you to give it a go? This is your lucky day, funky readers, as today we are going to share a vegan Vietnamese sweet soup recipe that will definitely make you weak in the knees! This Vietnamese dessert food called Chè is noticeably easily satisfying Vietnamese and rather comforting.

It contains a tasty combination of sweet and sour. Serve hot or cold, and adjust seasonally! This Vietnamese sweet soup dessert recipe adapted by me is perfect for anyone who wants a change or is interested in vegan cooking. Let’s get started! 

Ingredients for Vegan Vietnamese Sweet Soup 

To create this delicious vegan vietnamese sweet soup recipe, you will need:

• Mung beans have had 1 cup placed in water to soak for 2 hours.
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar (you can adjust according to your preference)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup tapioca pearls
• 2 tablespoons’ fresh sweet corn or ¼ cup of canned sweet corn
• 1/2 cup of diced jackfruit (you may add this one)
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (do not use it if making lemon bars).

Toppings 

For an extra touch, consider these toppings:

• Toast coconut flakes
• Chopped nuts (peanuts or almonds)
• Fresh fruit (mango or banana)
• A drizzle of coconut cream

Soup Equipment

You will need the following soup equipment:

• A large pot
• A medium saucepan
• A strainer
• A mixing spoon
• Serving bowls

Making Process

Now, let’s dive into the making process of this vegan Vietnamese sweet soup recipe:

Step:1-  Prepare the Mung Beans: Drain the soaked mung beans. Heat the water in a large pot and combine mung beans with water- 3 cups should be enough. To a boil, then put on low heat and cook until tender for roughly 20-25 minutes.

Step:2- Cook the Tapioca Pearls: Heat water in a medium saucepan or in medium sized boiling water. Pour in the tapioca pearls and simmer it for about 10 minutes, stirring it occasionally. When they become transparent, they are ready for use. Drain and set aside.

Step:3- Combine Ingredients: After the mung beans are cooked, add the coconut milk sweetened and salt to taste. Mix it up and leave it to cook for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.

Step:4- Add Toppings: Adding sweet corn to the dish and diced jackfruit. As desired, stir in the vanilla extract for the additional flavors.

Step:5- Serve: In the serving bowls, add the mixed mung bean. Place with garnished cooked tapioca pearls and serve with your preferred toppings. Enjoy warm or chilled!

Storage Tips

Container & Refrigerator: Sure, this vegan Vietnamese sweet soup recipe can be kept for up to 2 days in the refrigerator itself. It’s best stored in an airtight container.

Reheating: If it becomes too thick, a little water or coconut milk should be added while reheating the food.

Nutrition

What’s even more helpful is that you could consider this dish to be both sweet and a healthy treat. Mung beans become a good source of protein and fiber content. Coconut milk is rich in fat, while tapioca makes up an energy giving ingredient. It’s a well-balanced treat!

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein : 2g
• Sugars: 20g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat : 10g
• Potassium: 300mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Calcium: 20mg

FAQ

Can I use other beans?

A: Yes! If not available, you can use red beans or black beans instead of the mung beans.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

A: Absolutely! It must be noted that all the ingredients used in preparing this dish are gluten free.

Can I make it ahead of time?

A: Yes! Prepare it a day in advance. Keep it aside and put it in the refrigerator, and before serving, reheat it.

Final Thoughts

This recipe is a special Vietnamese sweet soup, which I have included vegan to make this dish something that everybody will definitely enjoy. It’s simple, flavour are perfect and versatile. I hope you will enjoy making this yummy treat at home! 

Whether you bowl it up and bring it to a party or sit on your couch alone with this bowl of vegan Vietnamese sweet soup dessert, you are set for life. What now follows is an exploration into the world of food as nourishing as it is delicious!