Bean paste
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. I will tell you more details below. The ready dessert can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Soak the beans in water overnight beforehand. Then rinse and drain in a colander.
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Step 3
Transfer the beans to a heavy-bottomed pot, pour in fresh water so that it covers the beans by about 5 cm. Bring to a boil, cook for 10 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, then drain the water.
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Step 4
Again, pour clean water into the pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and cook the beans for 1–1.5 hours until tender. Some water will evaporate, so add hot water as needed to keep the beans fully submerged. The cooked beans should easily mash into a puree when pressed with your fingers.
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Step 5
Then drain the cooked beans in a colander. Discard the cooking liquid, but reserve a little of it for making the paste.
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Step 6
In a blender, process the beans and a little of the liquid they were cooked in until smooth puree.
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Step 7
Transfer the bean puree back to the saucepan. Heat the puree over medium heat. Add half of the sugar and mix well. Cook until the sugar dissolves, then add the second half.
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Step 8
When the liquid has slightly reduced, add a pinch of salt and continue simmering the paste, stirring constantly. It is ready when the surface holds a clear trail left by the silicone spatula.
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Step 9
Transfer the paste to a storage container and let it cool completely.
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Step 10
The bean paste "Anko" is ready, enjoy your meal!