Chè

Chè

Chè xoài, a popular mango dessert.

Chè is a traditional Vietnamese sweet dessert soup or pudding, which is often served in a glass over ice as a beverage, or eaten with a spoon. It is a popular dish in Vietnam and is enjoyed by people of all ages. Chè can be made with a variety of ingredients, including beans, fruits, seeds, and glutinous rice, and is often flavored with coconut milk and sugar.

Varieties of Chè

Chè comes in many different varieties, each with its own unique ingredients and flavors. Some of the most popular types of chè include:

Chè Đậu

Chè đậu, made with black-eyed peas.

Chè đậu refers to a variety of chè made with beans. Common types include chè đậu đen (black bean), chè đậu xanh (mung bean), and chè đậu đỏ (red bean). These are often sweetened with sugar and flavored with coconut milk.

Chè Xoài

Chè xoài is a refreshing dessert made with ripe mangoes, coconut milk, and tapioca pearls. It is a popular choice during the hot summer months.

Chè Bắp

Chè bắp, a sweet corn dessert.

Chè bắp is made with sweet corn, coconut milk, and sugar. It is a creamy and sweet dessert that highlights the natural sweetness of corn.

Chè Hạt Sen

Chè hạt sen, made with lotus seeds.

Chè hạt sen is a delicate dessert made with lotus seeds, which are prized for their health benefits and subtle flavor. This type of chè is often served warm.

Chè Đậu Xanh Đánh

Chè đậu xanh đánh, a mung bean dessert.

Chè đậu xanh đánh is a smooth and creamy dessert made from mung beans that have been cooked and then puréed. It is often sweetened with sugar and flavored with coconut milk.

Chè Bánh Xếp

Chè bánh xếp, featuring dumplings.

Chè bánh xếp includes small dumplings made from glutinous rice flour, which are filled with sweetened mung bean paste. These dumplings are served in a sweet syrup.

Cultural Significance

Chè is not only a popular dessert but also an integral part of Vietnamese culture. It is often served during special occasions and festivals, such as the Lunar New Year (Tết), where it symbolizes sweetness and prosperity for the coming year. Chè is also a common offering in religious ceremonies and family gatherings.

Related Pages

• Vietnamese cuisine
• Tết
• Coconut milk
• Mung bean