My Dorayaki (Red Bean Paste Pancake)

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   Combine the ingredients and sift.

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   Bring the eggs to room temperature.

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   Divide the tsubu-an into eight portions.

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   Add all ingredients in a bowl.

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   Suspend the bowl over warm water and use a hand mixer to whisk until pale and thick (like making castella cakes).

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   It should look like this.

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   Add ingredients into the bowl from Step 3.

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   Cut the batter lightly with a spatula.

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   Add milk or water to loosen the batter, as seen in the photo.

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    For each dorayaki pancake, scoop 1 tablespoon of batter and pour onto a non-stick frying pan.

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    Cook over low heat until nicely browned.

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    Flip over and brown the other side to finish.

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    The amount of bean paste is up to you.

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    Refer to listed amount as a guideline.

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    To store them, wrap each dorayaki with plastic wrap.

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    This will keep them moist and tasty!

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    For best results, set aside for half a day.

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    They'll become moist and delicious.

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    My husband loves it!

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    He says it's just like the ones from a store.

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    Sandwich matcha ice cream for a twist.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.