Bakpia Pathok - Indonesian Sweet Mung Bean Pastry

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (120ml) water 1/2 cup (120ml) water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (200g) mung beans, soaked overnight 1 cup (200g) mung beans, soaked overnight
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 24g, 8g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, water, and salt. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. 2.
   Drain the soaked mung beans and cook them in a pot of boiling water until they are soft. Drain the cooked mung beans and mash them into a smooth paste.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, mix the mung bean paste, granulated sugar, cinnamon powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. 4.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
5. 5.
   Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a thin circle.
6. 6.
   Place a spoonful of the mung bean filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing them together.
7. 7.
   Brush the pastries with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
8. 8.
   Place the pastries on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let them cool before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mung beans — Make sure to soak the mung beans overnight to ensure they cook evenly and become soft enough to mash into a smooth paste.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can add chopped roasted peanuts to the mung bean filling for an extra crunch.
• If you prefer a sweeter filling, you can increase the amount of sugar according to your taste.
• Serve Bakpia Pathok warm for the best texture and flavor.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.

Serving advice

Bakpia Pathok is best enjoyed as a snack with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Serve them warm to fully appreciate the flaky pastry and creamy mung bean filling.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Bakpia Pathok on a serving platter, allowing their golden brown color to shine. Dust them with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.