Adzuki bean

Adzuki beans are small, reddish-brown legumes that come from the adzuki plant, which is a type of bean plant. These beans are common in East Asian cuisine, especially in dishes like sweet red bean paste desserts and savoury dishes like soups and stews.

To produce adzuki beans for consumption, farmers grow the adzuki bean plant, which produces pods containing the beans. The beans are then harvested, dried, and can be cooked in various ways depending on the recipe. They can be boiled, mashed, or ground into a flour to be used in cooking and baking.

Adzuki beans often appear on food labels as an ingredient in products like vegetarian burgers, bean-based dips, and even ice cream. They are valued for their nutty flavour and slightly sweet taste, adding depth to dishes. Additionally, they are a good source of plant-based protein and fibre, making them a popular choice for those looking to add more nutrients to their diet.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Adzuki bean