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Anko (Sweet Red Bean Paste)

Anko (Sweet Red Bean Paste)

Cost $5, save $4

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  • 115 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1 cup dried red beans
    • 🍚 1 ½ cups white sugar

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Place beans in a saucepan and cover with 2 cups water; bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.

3

Drain beans and transfer to a clean saucepan.

4

Cover with 2 to 3 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, adding more water as needed, until beans are soft and can be crushed between your fingers, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

5

Drain beans and return to the saucepan. Add sugar and set over medium-high heat.

6

Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar melts and beans form a loose, shiny paste, about 10 minutes.

7

Immediately transfer paste to a container to cool.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

222

Calories

  • 5
    Protein
  • 51
    Carbs
  • 0
    Fats

💡 Ensure you simmer the beans on low heat to avoid burning.Store cooled anko in a covered container in the refrigerator.Use high-quality red beans for the best flavor and texture.Adjust the sugar content to suit your taste or for intended desserts.