Vietnamese sweet dessert soup (Chè)
Chè is a broad category of Vietnamese sweet dessert soups, typically featuring a base of coconut milk or mung beans, sweetened with sugar, and often incorporating ingredients like tapioca pearls, beans, or fruit. It is a beloved treat enjoyed throughout Vietnam, with countless regional variations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Chè is generally high in carbohydrates from sugar and starchy ingredients like beans or tapioca, with a moderate amount of fat from coconut milk. It provides quick energy and some minerals like potassium and magnesium, with a typical serving ranging from 200 to 400 calories depending on the specific type.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Chè is more than a dessert; it's a social staple, often sold by street vendors and enjoyed year-round, with different varieties associated with specific regions or festivals. Nutritionally, many versions incorporate legumes like mung beans or black-eyed peas, adding plant-based protein and fiber to an otherwise sweet dish.
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