Malaysian Recipe for Ice Kachang or Shaved Ice with Red Beans
INGREDIENTS FOR ICE KACHANG OR SHAVED ICE WITH RED BEANS- 4 tbsp sweet red adzuki beans
- 4 tbsp jelly in assorted colors (diced)
- 4 tbsp preserved nutmeg fruit (sliced) - optional
- 4 tbsp sweet corn kernels or creamed corn
- 4 tbsp chendol jellies - optional
- 4 tbsp crushed peanuts
- 1/4 cup palm sugar syrup
- 1/4 cup red cordial or colored sugar syrup
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk or sweetened condensed milk
- Shaved ice
Ingredients for Palm Sugar Syrup - 1/2 cup palm sugar shavings (or brown sugar)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 pandan leaf (knotted)
TIP: Sweet adzuki beans, preserved nutmeg fruit and diced jelly are all available in canned forms at
any Asian supermarket. However, if you are unable to find them, you can subsitute with whatever canned fruits
of your choice.
Cendol or Chendol Jellies are short, green noodle-like strips which are made from rice flour. They
are usually sold in packets in the cold section or you can find them in most Vietnamese bakery shops. However,
if you are unable to acquire them, then omit entirely.
Shaved ice is a MUST in this recipe. To make the shaved ice, simply crush ice cubes in a food processor or blender.
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We hope you enjoy making this popular and delicious malay ice kachang or shaved ice with red beans. This is a delicious way to beat the heat during hte summer months. This treat is enjoyed by everyone, young and old alike.
- How to make the Palm Sugar Syrup: Bring the sugar and water to a boil
- Add one pandan leaf to the syrup (optional)
- Reduce the heat and simmer over low heat till liquid becomes thick and syrupy (10 mins)
- Strain, discard leaf then set the syrup aside to cool
- How to make Ice Kachang: Set aside 4 individual bowls
- Divide the beans, corn kernels, jelly, chendol, peanuts and nutmeg fruit into each bowl
- Top with a cone of shaved ice
- Drizzle the palm sugar syrup, coridal and milk over each bowl
- Serve IMMEDIATELY
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