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sweet and comforting dessert

Red Bean Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried red beans rinsed
  • 6 cups water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the red beans under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • In a large pot, add the rinsed red beans and 6 cups of water.
  • Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent the beans from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Add sugar, salt, and vanilla extract to the pot and stir well.
  • Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar.
  • Remove the pot from heat and let the soup rest for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the coconut milk until well combined.
  • Serve the red bean soup warm with a ladle.

Notes

For extra tips, ensure the beans are fully cooked and tender before adding sugar, as sugar can harden the beans if added too early. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to your liking. For a richer flavor, consider adding a pandan leaf while the soup is simmering and remove it before serving.
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