Plump and Juicy 'Kuromame' Simmered Black Soy Beans

1. 1

   The night before, put all ingredients marked in a pot and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Add the rinsed beans, turn the heat off, and leave overnight with the lid on.

3. 3

   The next morning, bring to a boil over high heat.

4. 4

   Please watch it or it might boil over.

5. 5

   When the pot comes to a boil, turn the heat down to very low.

6. 6

   Simmer for 3 hours with the lid on.

7. 7

   Gently squeeze a bean.

8. 8

   When the beans have become as soft as you want them to be, turn the heat off.

9. 9

   Leave the beans as-is without disturbing them until they have cooled down.

10. 10

    Kintoki-beans seem to cook faster than kuromame.

11. 11

    Check the beans for tenderness occasionally.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.