Organic adzuki beans.

The adzuki bean is grown throughout East Asia and the Himalayas. In these regions, it has been traditionally cooked with sugar to create a bean paste that is used in many desserts, confections, dumplings, and to sweeten meats. These small beans are a rich red in colour, with a distinctive white streak. They are mild in flavour and sweeter than most beans.

To cook them, soak the beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours, then drain and rinse. Combine with fresh water or broth in a pot, using a 1:3 ratio of beans to liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45-60 minutes until tender.

Product of China.