Description
A bright green, slightly earthy, and refreshing juice made from blended pennywort leaves (Rau Ma) and sugar water. Famous for its detoxifying properties.
Restaurants serving Nuoc Rau Ma (Pennywort Juice)
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Pennywort(Rau Ma)
- Water
- Sugar(or Syrup)
- Ice
- Mung bean paste(optional topping)
Instructions
- Wash pennywort leaves.
- Blend thoroughly with water.
- Strain the green juice through a fine cloth, sweeten.
- Chill with ice.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
None(Pennywort aroma is key)
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Kale green juice (sweetened)
Pairing
None(Health maintenance)
Trivia
Considered an 'acne-clearing magic detox water' by beauty-conscious Vietnamese women. An everyday essential.
Eating tips & etiquette
Has a strong grassy smell; beginners should try the mild version mixed with mung bean paste (Dau Xanh) or coconut milk.
Allergen
None