September 08, 2019 · Written by Foodtolive Team

One-Pot Coconut Mung Bean Stew

Made with creamy coconut milk, this healthy mung bean stew is simple to make and packed full of comforting flavor.

Autumn Pumpkin Apple Stew

Prep time: 15 min (+ soaking time 8 hours) | Cook time: 20 min | Total time: 35 min | Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 2-inches fresh ginger, minced
• 2 jalapeños, cored and finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup dried mung beans, soaked overnight
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 13.5oz canned coconut milk
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• juice of 1 lime or lemon

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large pot, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, ginger, jalapeño and salt. Stir to combine and cook for about 5 minutes, until onion is soft.
2. To the pot, add the soaked mung beans (after straining them). Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth then bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes, until mung beans are softened. Squeeze lime juice over top. Serve warm with cilantro and/or rice and enjoy!