Anko (sweet red bean paste)

1. 1

   Put red beans in a pot with 2-3 cups of water.

2. 2

   Let boil for 5 minutes and discard water.

3. 3

   In a clean pot, place red beans and 2-3 cups of water, cover, and let it simmer at low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours (add more water as needed).

4. 4

   The beans should now be very soft, easily crushed between fingers.

5. 5

   Discard water again, put soft beans back in the pot with sugar at medium high heat and constantly stir and mix about 10 minutes until forming a paste that looks shiny but still loose.

6. 6

   Immediately transfer the paste to a container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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