Sweet And Sour Adzuki Beans Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Adzuki Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g dried adzuki beans, soaked overnight; 1 large sweet onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot; 1/4 cup thompson seedless grapes; 2 large bell peppers, roasted, seeded, peeled and chopped (one red, one yellow); 2 tablespoons red palm oil or 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/4 1/4 cup dry white wine or 1/4 cup sherry wine; 2 tablespoons maple syrup or 2 tablespoons honey; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; sea salt, to taste; 6 cups water, boiled; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); sesame oil

Servings: persons

250 g dried adzuki beans, soaked overnight
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup thompson seedless grapes
2 large bell peppers, roasted, seeded, peeled and chopped (one red, one yellow)
2 tablespoons red palm oil or 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 1/4 cup dry white wine or 1/4 cup sherry wine
2 tablespoons maple syrup or 2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
sea salt, to taste
6 cups water, boiled
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
sesame oil

1
Heat the oil (or butter) slightly in a 4-6 quart heavy saucepan.
2
Add onion, and grate in garlic and ginger.
3
Saute on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
4
Stir in tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring often.
5
Stir in garam masala and turmeric.
6
Stir in sake, deglazing the saucepan.
7
Stir in maple syrup and raisins.
8
Stir in adzukis, let them take in the flavours for about 3 minutes, stirring often.
9
Stir in water and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
10
Add water, if needed while simmering, maintaining about 1 cup of water in saucepan at all times.
11
Stir in apple cider vinegar, peppers and sea salt to taste.
12
Simmer 30 minutes more or until adzukis are cooked through (add water if needed).
13
Serve over white or brown rice.
14
Garnish with fresh cilantro, and drizzle with sesame oil, if desired.

3488

kcal

Calories

370

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 g dried adzuki beans, soaked overnight, 1 large sweet onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Adzuki Beans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet And Sour Adzuki Beans

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