Sweet black bean soup with coconut cream, a Vietnamese favorite dessert

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk lowers calories while still providing creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

tapioca pearls

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Chia seeds provide similar texture and are easier to prepare.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla flavoring

Vanilla bean offers a more intense flavor.

Soak black beans in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked black beans.

Combine black beans and fresh water in a pot.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-2 hours.

Add coconut milk, sugar, and salt to the pot.

Stir and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.

In a separate pot, cook tapioca pearls according to package instructions.

Once cooked, drain and rinse the tapioca pearls.

Serve the soup warm or chilled, adding tapioca pearls to each bowl.

Garnish with fresh mint and sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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