All About Misugaru + Misugaru Dalgona Latte Recipe | 미수가루 — ahnest kitchen (2024)

Pronounced: MEE-SU GAH-RU

Love a cereal, malty, nutty flavor in your latte or smoothie? Then you’ll love Misugaru. It’s caffeine free, nutritious, a low calorie yet filling beverage that Koreans have been drinking for centuries.

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What is Misugaru?

Misugaru is a powder comprised of multi grains that have been roasted and grounded into powder. These grains are often a mix of barley, oats, quinoa, sweet rice, brown rice, lentils, soybean, millet, adzuki beans, and other grains. It’s often drank as a nutritious beverage and meal replacement by Koreans.

Best part? It’s low in calories, healthy, caffeine free, and full of nutrition, folates, and calcium.

It’s an old school, traditional Korean drink. A lot of Koreans drink this to lose weight because it keeps you full for a long time.

I actually drink this often after a workout when I am in the mood for a nice, filling latte— whole milk with spoonfuls of misugaru, full fat milk, and some banana. It keeps me full until dinner.

How is it Served?

The classic way to make this is mix 2-3 tablespoons of Misugaru with some cold or hot milk and sweetener of choice (typically honey). Add in some ice if serving cold or serve it as a hot, soothing latte. Mmmm.

Or as a topping for ice cream or patbingsu.

Where to buy Misugaru & Which one?

So here’s my recommendation. Misugaru has a unique flavor— it’s definitely an acquired taste.
If you’ve never tried Misugaru, try the instant Misugaru pack first and follow the pack’s instructions. This will give you an idea of what Misugaru tastes like.

If you like it, hooray! Then stop buying the instant pack and buy pure misugaru without all the added stuff and make it your own way.

You can buy instant Misugaru (contains added sugars) that you can just pop in and mix with your milk.
Or you can buy pure Misugaru without the added sugars.

Korean Grocery Store: They will have instant Misugaru and pure Misugaru in stock.

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Local Korean Rice Cake Bakery: They will sell pure, freshly roasted ground Misugaru by the pound. This is my preference because I can buy the exact amount I want, and there’s a lot of powders I can buy, not just Misugaru, and some delicious Korean rice cakes!

I would Google Search: ‘Korean Rice Cake Bakery near me’, and you should be able to find some local to you.

If you’re in Orange County, California, my favorite location is Han Yang Bakery in Garden Grove.

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Author: Sarah Ahn

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Classic Misugaru Latte + Misugaru Dalgona Whip

Love a cereal, malty, nutty flavor in your latte or smoothie? Then you’ll love Misugaru. This latte is not only flavorful, but it’s a healthy-protein packed beverage Koreans have been drinking for centuries. Make it special with a Misugaru Dalgona Whip!

Prep time: Cook time: 5 MTotal time: 5 M

Ingredients:

Classic Misugaru Latte

  • 2-3 Tbsp misugaru
  • 1 cup of milk
  • Sweetener of choice (honey, sugar, condensed milk, banana, sugar syrup, etc.)*

Misugaru Dalgona Whip (optional)

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1.5 tsp Misugaru

Instructions:

How to cook Classic Misugaru Latte + Misugaru Dalgona Whip

Misugaru Latte

  1. In a shaker or blender, mix all ingredients. Adjust misugaru and sweetener according to taste.
  2. Serve hot or cold (add ice cubes). Additionally, you may serve with a Misugaru dalgona whip (recipe below)!

Misugaru Dalgona Whip (optional)

  1. Create Misugaru Latte, but add no sweetner to this latte base because the Dalgona Misugaru whip will be very sweet. Set aside.
  2. Make Dalgona Whip: In a medium pot, boil 1/4 cup of water with 1/4 cup sugar. Over medium heat, stir until a syrup develops (mix often!).
  3. With a hand mixer, beat 1 egg white. Once stiff peaks form, add in desired amount of sugar syrup, and continue to beat egg whites. Add in 1.5 tsp of Misugaru while beating egg whites. Set aside once thickened.
  4. Add this whip on top of Misugaru latte, and mix when ready to drink!

Notes:

If adding Misugaru Dalgona Whip, do NOT sweeten this latte base because the Dalgona whip will be very sweet!The Dalgona Misugaru Whip will not be as thick as the classic Coffee Dalgona due to the texture of Misugaru. It will still thicken up and be tasty!

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Pretty simple recipe! The Dalgona whip is something I tried for fun, and it came out really good. Granted, it’s not as airy and thick as the traditional Coffee Dalgona, but it was still foamy and thick, and it added a great flavor! Definitely a treat.

I personally think Misugaru will be a popular food trend in the future, just like how I predicted Matcha would be back in 2010! I remember drinking matcha in high school, and so many people would ask what that green drink was and comment that it tasted like seaweed. Fast forward to 2020, matcha shops are everywhere!

I predict this will be the same for Misugaru. We shall wait and see!

Hope you enjoyed learning about Misagaru.

Eat Well,
Sarah

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All About Misugaru + Misugaru Dalgona Latte Recipe | 미수가루 — ahnest kitchen (2024)

FAQs

Does misugaru make you gain weight? ›

It's low in calories, healthy, caffeine free, and full of nutrition, folates, and calcium. It's an old school, traditional Korean drink. A lot of Koreans drink this to lose weight because it keeps you full for a long time.

Is Korean misugaru healthy? ›

Yes! Because of its protein content, fiber, calcium, and vitamins and minerals, misugaru is also regarded as a healthy – and still tasty – option.

Is misugaru hot or cold? ›

You can enjoy misugaru as a hot or cold drink but lately, I've been loving it as a frozen shake. I typically use oat milk, a few spoons of misugaru powder, agave syrup, and ice. But the good thing about this recipe is you can adjust the ingredients according to your taste and preferences!

Does Greek yogurt cause weight gain? ›

Greek yogurt is protein-rich, so it may help people feel fuller for longer. Research suggests that people may eat less throughout the day after a meal that is high in protein. A further study found that increasing dietary protein lead people to consume fewer calories overall, which contributed to greater weight loss.

How do Koreans lose weight so fast? ›

Korean Weight Loss Diet is inspired by traditional Korean cuisine. It primarily relies on whole, minimally-processed foods and a lot of vegetables.

Why is South Korea so healthy? ›

“More specific examples are consuming colourful foods, enhancing circulation through hot and cold temperatures, and spending time hiking in nature. “Korean culture also embraces the principles of natural beauty and healing, which I think translates to their generally healthy lifestyle approach.”

What do Koreans drink the most? ›

Soju. Soju is likely the most famous alcoholic beverage produced in Korea, strongly associated with drinking culture on the peninsula. Technically similar to vodka (and the Japanese beverage, shochu), soju is clear; it is distilled from various starches including wheat, glutinous rice, barley, or sweet potato.

Does misugaru taste good? ›

Misugaru is a Korean traditional ice tea that you mix with water or milk to make oat grain juice. It's very sweet and savory and delicious and you only need a couple scoops of misu powder to make the drink very thick and delicious.

What Korean food is eaten cold? ›

Kimchi, and many side dishes are originally meant to be served cold since they are made for preservation for at least days or even years. These cold Banchans (side dishes) go well with a spoonful of warm rice. And there are some cold main dishes too. Cold noodles, for instance, are made with almost frozen broth.

What is misugaru in English? ›

Misu (Korean: 미수) is a beverage made from the traditional Korean grain powder misu-garu (미숫가루; misutgaru; lit. misu powder), which is a combination of 7–10 different grains. It is usually served on hot summer days to quench thirst or as an instant nutritious drink for breakfast or as a healthy snack.

Is it OK to drink meal replacement? ›

“Most people should not consume pre-made, bottled meal replacements on a day-to-day basis.” Meal replacement shakes are not without their benefits, but incorporating them into a balanced diet takes a good understanding of what kind of nutrients your body needs.

Are meal replacement drinks safe? ›

Meal replacement shakes are safe because they are composed of healthy ingredients. Though they contain some essential nutrients, they do not have all the nutrients the body requires, such as enzymes and antioxidants. Replacing all meals or prolonged consumption of these shakes is dangerous.

Can I lose weight by drinking meal replacements? ›

Long-term weight loss requires long-term lifestyle changes. While drinking meal replacement shakes can help you lose weight, they don't force you to change your eating habits. If you simply go back to your old eating habits when you stop replacing your meals with shakes, you will likely regain the weight.

Is misugaru good for weight loss? ›

It's a great way to start your mornings - especially if you're on a diet. Mixing this grain powder (with milk) does a great job in filling your stomach and curbing your appetite. One cup is enough to make you stop thinking of food.

How many calories in a misugaru smoothie? ›

Frozen Banana Misutgaru Smoothie
Amount Per Serving: 1 glass
Calories360
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9 g13.8%
Saturated Fat0
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How do Koreans eat so much but never gain weight? ›

02/7They follow a well-balanced diet

From protein to carbs to fat, a healthy Korean diet consists of all, but in a well-balanced form. Besides, Koreans are also very particular about portion sizes. They avoid overeating and also incorporate physical activity in their day-to-day routine.

How do Koreans eat so much and not gain weight? ›

Koreans follow a well-balanced diet that contains more of veggies and less of processed foods which keeps them in shape without any hassle.

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