Anko, a sweet red bean paste that's often used as a filling for cakes, pastries, and other Asian desserts, is so easy to make with this DIY recipe.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
1 hr 55 mins
Total Time
2 hr
Calories
222 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place beans in a saucepan and cover with 2 cups water; bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Gather all ingredients.
Step 3
Drain beans and transfer to a clean saucepan.
Step 4
Cover with 2 to 3 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, adding more water as needed, until beans are soft and can be crushed between your fingers, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Step 5
Drain beans and return to the saucepan. Add sugar and set over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar melts and beans form a loose, shiny paste, about 10 minutes.
Step 7
Immediately transfer paste to a container to cool.
