Tsubushi-An (Sweet simmered azuki beans)

1. 1

   Rinse the beans, add 3 times the amount of beans in water, and start cooking.

2. 2

   Set the heat to medium and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   4 to 5 minutes after it reaches boil, drain the beans into a colander.

4. 4

   Run water over the beans to get rid of the scum.

5. 5

   Put back in the pot with 3 times the amount of ater again.

6. 6

   Repeat step 2 (bring to a boil, drain and rinse) 3 times, then put the beans back in the pot with 2 times the amount of water.

7. 7

   When it comes to a boil turn the heat down to low, and simmer until the beans are tender (about 30 minutes).

8. 8

   Add 1/2 the amount of sugar to the pot, and shake the pot to dissolve the sugar.

9. 9

   Add the rest of the sugar and dissolve.

10. 10

    Turn off the heat, and leave the pot so that the beans can absorb more moisture.

11. 11

    Turn the heat back on.

12. 12

    When it starts to bubble, turn the heat down to low and simmer while stirring gently with a wooden spatula.

13. 13

    If you can see the bottom of the pot if you scrape it with the spatula, add the salt and the beans are done.

14. 14

    If the beans are a bit liquid when hot, they will stiffen when cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.