Bubur Kacang Hijau, also known as green mung bean porridge, is a popular dessert in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. This sweet porridge is made from mung beans, coconut milk, and palm sugar.
The Essence of Bubur Kacang Hijau
The main ingredients of Bubur Kacang Hijau are mung beans, coconut milk, and palm sugar. The mung beans are boiled until soft, and then sugar and coconut milk are added. The most basic variant of Bubur Kacang Hijau consists of mung bean porridge, coconut milk, and palm sugar. However, it can also be served with black glutinous rice and bread.
Variations and Serving
In some regions, Bubur Kacang Hijau is mixed with durian. It can be served as is or together with bread. Bubur Kacang Hijau is usually eaten warm, but it can also be served cold as “es kacang hijau” in Indonesia or “ais kacang hijau” in Malaysia. The terms “es” and “ais” mean “ice”.
Conclusion
Bubur Kacang Hijau is a versatile dish that can be served as a dessert, snack, breakfast, or late-night supper. Its sweet and creamy texture, combined with the unique flavour of mung beans, makes it a favourite among Malaysians and other Southeast Asians.
References
“Bubur kacang hijau – Wikipedia”, Link
Article curated by Suwaytha Gopal
