Spicy Mung Bean Pate Recipe

Name: Spicy Mung Bean Pate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound cauliflower florets trimmed; 1 inch ginger piece; 2 each jalapeno pepper seeded &, chopped; 3/4 cup water as needed; 1 cup mung beans split , soaked; 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 3 tablespoons arrowroot flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 x black pepper freshly ground; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 1 x olive oil spray

Servings: persons

1 pound cauliflower florets trimmed
1 inch ginger piece
2 each jalapeno pepper seeded &, chopped
3/4 cup water as needed
1 cup mung beans split , soaked
3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons arrowroot flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 x black pepper freshly ground
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin
1 x olive oil spray

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Shred cauliflower; transfer to a mixing bowl.
3
To a running food processor, add ginger and chilies, mince.
4
Add water and drained mung beans.
5
Process until smooth.
6
Scrape puree into the bowl with the cauliflower and the remaining ingredients, except for the oil spray.
7
Generously mist a 12-cup muffin pan with oil or a 9 X 5 X 3 loaf pan.
8
Spoon mixture into oiled pan, smoothing tops.
9
Bake tarts for 45 minutes and loaf for 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
10
Cool for 5 minutes on a rack and then unmould.

468

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound cauliflower florets trimmed, 1 inch ginger piece, 2 each jalapeno pepper seeded &, chopped, 3/4 cup water as needed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Mung Bean Pate falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Mung Bean Pate

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Variations & substitutions

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