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Mung Beans Cooked in Sweet Syrup

By: wiley

"Thai desserts do not get more rustic and simple than this. Just three ingredients make up a simple and quick sweet if you are in a hurry. Just remember to soak the beans ahead of time."

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Prep Time:
5 Min

Cook Time:
35 Min

Ready In:
3 Hrs 40 Min

Servings (Help)

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

1 cup skin-on, whole green mung beans
5 1/4 cups water
1 cup palm sugar

Directions

Place the mung beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 3 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse before using.
Combine the beans with 5 1/4 quart water in a large pot over medium heat; cook until the beans are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir the sugar into the mixture; cook and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and serve warm.