Authentic home cooking from Japan, with US measurements. 
Easy Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup) with Canned Azuki Beans
This is a simple zenzai (sweet red bean soup) you can make quickly using canned sweetened red beans. It’s perfect for when you want a warm treat right away!
Recipe background:
I usually make homemade anko (sweet red bean paste) in a pressure cooker, but after using canned anko for Recipe ID: 18192130 and the New Year’s leftovers remake Recipe ID: 18677952, I had some left over and decided to try this.
Easy Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup) with Canned Azuki Beans
This is a simple zenzai (sweet red bean soup) you can make quickly using canned sweetened red beans. It’s perfect for when you want a warm treat right away!
Recipe background:
I usually make homemade anko (sweet red bean paste) in a pressure cooker, but after using canned anko for Recipe ID: 18192130 and the New Year’s leftovers remake Recipe ID: 18677952, I had some left over and decided to try this.
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Add the canned sweetened red beans to a pot.
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Pour in the water and add your desired amount of mochi. Simmer over low heat until the mochi becomes soft.
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Add the sugar and salt to finish. Don’t skip the salt—it really brings out the sweetness!
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Serve in bowls and enjoy.
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Some regions use toasted mochi, but I prefer the soft, simmered mochi in this soup.
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Blog post for this day: http://maruku-momo.blog.jp/%20red%20bean%20soup
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