Sweet Green Mung Bean ‘Soup’ (Look Dul Sah)

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1

Sweet and healthy Green Mung Bean 'Soup'

Sweet Green Mung Bean ‘Soup’ (Look Dul Sah)

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup dried green mung beans
	6 cups water
	1/4 cup dried lotus seeds , with skins
	3 ounces chinese brown sugar ( brown candy,1 1/2 slabs )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

10g

Fat

Sweet Green Mung Bean 'Soup' is a traditional Chinese dessert soup that is commonly consumed during summer, believed to help cool the body down. This soup is also known as Look Dul Sah in Cantonese, which means Green Bean Soup. The soup's color might look unappetizing to some, but its sweet taste and creamy texture are sure to satisfy your cravings. It is usually served hot but can also be eaten cold, making it a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed year-round.

Instructions

1.	Rinse and soak the green mung beans for two hours.
2.	Drain and rinse the beans in cold water a few times.
3.	Put 6 cups of water in a pot and the mung beans. Bring it to a boil.
4.	Skim off the foam and simmer for 30 minutes.
5.	Add the lotus seeds and cook for an additional 20 minutes until the lotus seeds are fully cooked and soft.
6.	Mash the brown sugar candy into small pieces and add them to the pot. Stir until dissolved and turn off the heat. Serve hot.

PROS

This Sweet Green Mung Bean ‘Soup’ is easy to make and is a great way to enjoy a nutritious soup.

It is vegan and gluten-free.
The sweetness of brown sugar candy makes it a treat for the taste buds.

CONS

Some people might not enjoy the texture of boiled mung beans when they get cold.
However, serving the soup hot should solve this issue.

Brown sugar candy might not be readily available in some regions.
White sugar or honey can be used as an alternative.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet Green Mung Bean ‘Soup’ is a low-fat, protein-rich meal.
Mung beans have been found to improve digestive health, reduce inflammation, support weight loss, and lower cholesterol levels in the body.
Lotus seeds are also a rich source of calcium, zinc, iron, and protein, promoting bone health and aiding in blood circulation.