Learn how to easily cook Adzuki Beans with just your stove. Use Adzuki beans in Asian desserts like red bean popsicles, mochi, bubble tea and much more.
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What are Adzuki Beans?
Adzuki Beans are are small, sweet red beans Adzuki beans are commonly used in Asian desserts, like red bean popsicles, Vietnamese che, bubble tea, and mochi.
What is the Difference Between Aduzki Beans and Red Kidney Beans?
Adzuki beans are smaller, reddish-brown, and have a slightly sweet flavor, often used in Asian desserts. It has a vanilla-like scent when cooked and sweetened.
On the other hand, red kidney beans are larger, dark red, and have a heartier taste, commonly used in savory dishes like chili.
Can I Substitute Adzuki Beans with Red Kidney Beans?
Red Kidney Beans LOOK similar to Adzuki beans but they aren't a really good substitute for Asian desserts because of the differences in flavour. Aduzki beans cost the same as normal red kidney beans.
Do Aduzki Beans Need To Be Soaked Before Cooking?
No, you don't have to. Since these beans are small-sized, they cook faster than larger beans like red kidney beans or chickpeas.
How Do You Know When Adzuki Beans Are Cooked?
The insides will be soft and fluffy without having any chew. It should be soft enough that you don't have to chew too much. However, it should still have it's bean shape without the skins splitting. If skins are splitting, you might have overcooked the beans (which is fine - use it to make Adzuki Paste!).
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Instructions to Cook Aduzki Beans
How to Cook Adzuki Beans (Easy)
Ingredients
- 1 cup red Adzuki Beans rinsed well
- 5 cups water
Instructions
- Rinse Aduzki beans well under cold water by scrubbing vigorously. Follow option 1 or 2.
Prep Beans: Option 1
- Let beans soak in clean water overnight before cooking.
Prep Beans: Option 2
- Let beans sit in boiled water for 1 hour before cooking.
Cook Beans
- Place beans and water in a large pot. Let boil. Once boiling, set to a gentle simmer with the lid on (propped open with a spoon). Let simmer for about 1 hr, or until beans are soft and fluffy inside yet still keeping it's shape.
