When asked if store-bought split mung beans could be used for making pradhaman, Aunty Balan said it would not taste the same.

The joy of preparing halo-halo, the sweet and colorful Filipino dessert ... Place nata de coco, palm fruit, white beans, red mung beans, sago and mango in a tall clear glass until ⅓ filled.

1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. In a large bowl, cover the mung bean noodles with warm water and let stand until pliable, about 5 minutes. Drain the noodles and cut them into 4-inch ...