Mung Bean, Coix Seed & Lily Sweet Soup

Why people make this sweet soup

In Cantonese food culture, mung beans are a go-to ingredient whenever the weather is hot or the body feels “heated up” — prone to prickly heat, breakouts, or a restless, irritable mood. Nourilo has loved mung bean treats since childhood, and this soup brings together three complementary ingredients to multiply the calming, skin-supporting effect. The coix seeds add a gentle spleen-strengthening dimension, and the lily bulb quiets the mind — making this a dessert soup that addresses both skin and mood at once. It is a favourite for teenagers and young adults dealing with acne flares.