Sweet Red Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup (200g) adzuki beans 1 cup (200g) adzuki beans
• 6 cups (1.4L) water 6 cups (1.4L) water
• 1/2 cup (100g) rock sugar 1/2 cup (100g) rock sugar
• 1 pandan leaf (optional) 1 pandan leaf (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut milk 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut milk

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 / 1046
• Fat (total, saturated): 3g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 52g, 30g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the adzuki beans under cold water and soak them overnight.
2. 2.
   Drain the soaked beans and transfer them to a large pot.
3. 3.
   Add water and pandan leaf (if using) to the pot and bring to a boil.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
5. 5.
   Remove the pandan leaf and add rock sugar to the pot. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
6. 6.
   Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. 7.
   Return the soup to the pot and add salt. Stir well and simmer for another 10 minutes.
8. 8.
   Remove from heat and let the soup cool slightly.
9. 9.
   Serve the Sweet Red Bean Soup warm, drizzled with coconut milk.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Adzuki beans — Make sure to soak the beans overnight to ensure they cook evenly and become tender.

Tips & Tricks

• For a creamier texture, you can blend half of the cooked beans and leave the other half whole.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less rock sugar according to your preference.
• If you don't have pandan leaf, you can omit it or substitute with a small piece of vanilla bean for added flavor.
• Serve the soup chilled during hot summer months for a refreshing twist.
• Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor and crunch.

Serving advice

Serve the Sweet Red Bean Soup in small bowls or cups. It can be enjoyed as a dessert after a meal or as a comforting snack on its own.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a swirl of coconut milk on top of each serving. You can also garnish with a mint leaf or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an elegant touch.