Bubur Kacang Merah
Bubur Kacang Merah is a warm, sweet Indonesian porridge made primarily from slow-cooked red beans, often enriched with coconut milk and sweetened with palm sugar. It is a beloved dessert or snack, particularly popular in Java and across the Indonesian archipelago, enjoyed for its comforting texture and rich, caramel-like flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber from the red beans, with healthy fats contributed by the coconut milk. A typical serving provides a moderate calorie count, along with essential minerals like iron and potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 9 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Magnesium | 50 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a quintessential 'jajanan pasar' (market snack) and is often served warm during communal gatherings or as a comforting treat on rainy days. Nutritionally, the combination of plant-based protein and fiber from the beans makes it a satisfying and energy-sustaining food.
