Korean Bingsu
The beloved Korean treat bingsu, sometimes written as bingsoo (in Korean it's 빙수) combines shaved ice with a variety of sweet toppings to create a delightful and satisfying dessert experience. Join us as we explore the world of bingsu and learn how to make this refreshing delight at home.
What is Bingsu?: Bingsu, also known as patbingsu, is a popular Korean dessert that features finely shaved frozen milk as its base. Traditionally served with sweet toppings such as red bean paste, fruit, condensed milk, and mini mochi, bingsu offers a refreshing and customizable treat that's perfect for warm weather. While the classic red bean version of bingsu remains a favorite, modern variations have emerged, incorporating ingredients like chocolate, matcha, and even cornflake cereal! Basic bingsu provides a perfect base to get creative with toppings, so feel free to experiment and make your own innovative combinations.
Recipe: Bingsu
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of milk
- ½ cup of sweetened condensed milk, plus extra for topping
- ½ cup chopped fresh fruit (such as strawberries, mangoes, or kiwi) or sweetened red bean paste
- Optional toppings:
- Chopped almonds or walnuts
- Flavoring powder such as matcha, ube, or roasted soybean powder
- Whipped cream
- Ice Cream
Instructions:
- Prepare the shaved milk ice.
- Mix milk and condensed milk together and pour into ice cube trays.
- Freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight until completely frozen
- Remove from ice cube trays and use a shaved ice machine or pulse in blender until milk ice is the texture of snow.
- Scoop into serving bowls.
- If using red bean paste, spoon the red bean paste over the shaved ice, distributing it evenly.
- Add the chopped fresh fruit on top.
- Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over whole thing.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts, powders, or other optional toppings on top.
- Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream for extra creaminess.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade bingsu!