World Flavors Cookbook

Patbingsu (Shaved Ice with Red Beans)

The most popular Korean summer dessert — shaved ice topped with sweet red beans, rice cakes, and often condensed milk or fruit.

Cuisine: South Korea

Ingredients

• 4 cups shaved ice
• 1 cup sweet red bean paste
• 1/4 cup condensed milk
• Mini rice cakes (mochi)
• Optional: Chopped fruit, soybean powder (misutgaru)

Instructions

1. Shave ice into a large chilled bowl.
2. Place a generous amount of sweet red bean paste on top.
3. Scatter rice cakes and optional toppings.
4. Drizzle with condensed milk and serve immediately before it melts.