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Dec 4, 2015 · Red bean soup (紅豆汤 hóng dòu tāng) is an all time classic Chinese dessert soup. This post was first published on Dec 4, 2015 and now updated on 18/11/16 with improved recipe and photos. The basic ingredients for this red bean soup recipe are red beans (also known as adzuki beans), dried tangerine peel and rock sugar.
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May 28, 2016 · Learn how to make red bean soup with adzuki beans, sugar, orange zest and tapioca pearls. This dessert is a classic Chinese banquet dish that is thick, sweet and chewy.
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- Desserts And Sweet Stuff
- Why Use This Recipe?
- Why Is My Red Bean Soup Bitter?
- Why Is My Red Bean Soup Not thick?
- How Long Do I Need to Soak Red Beans?
- Types of Sugar
- Should I Add Dried Tangerine Peel?
- Other Ingredients to Add
Honestly, this is such a simple recipe. You can bet that the ingredients are almostthe same in every recipe. However, red bean soup can be hard even after boiling for hours. That is an indication it is not a perfect bowl of sweet soup. This recipe teaches you tips and tricks to guarantee softened red beans which are slightly mushy. You can taste th...
Red beans naturally have tannin and saponin, a compound that omits a bitter taste during consumption. This is common in other legumes too. To reduce the bitterness, it is important to rinse the beans before soaking, after soaking and even after defrosting. The exact instructions are explained in Steps 1, 2 and 3. Additionally, old red beans which a...
The thickness of the soup highly relies on the mushy red beans. The starch in the beans helps to thicken the texture of the soup. The consistency is also supported by the mushy and grainy appearance of the mashed red beans. If it is still too watery, it could be due to the beans not being mashed enough, there may be too much water or too little red...
At least 4 hours or until they expand. They should double in size once ready. It is recommended to soak the beans overnight for 8-10 hours. Soaking them for more than 12 hours may result in reduced taste and flavour of the red beans. You can leave frozen soaked red beans for up to 6 months to cut down on cooking time. That way, you can always have ...
I used cane sugar as it delivers a subtle sweetness. Similar to rock sugar that is often used in Cantonese sweet soups, it is actually made from sugar cane. So you can use them interchangeably. For a classic Singaporean or Malaysian touch, opt for gula melaka(palm sugar) instead. The caramel toffee-like flavour will give this sweet soup more depth ...
Some say dried tangerine peel (chen pi) makes or breaks the red bean soup. This ingredient claims to nourish the spleen and lungs making it very good for cough or phlegm. However, I do not really enjoy the citrusy taste of dried tangerine peel (chan pei) in this soup. If you like the flavour of dried tangerine peel and wants a bit of tanginess to b...
Glutinous rice balls are popular in the Japanese and Korean versions. You can add cooked glutinous rice balls to the soup shortly before serving. If you enjoy sago, rinse them quickly under running water to reduce starch. Otherwise, add it directly to the pot of boiling red bean soup in the last step. It should be added 10 to 15 minutes before the ...
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Nov 12, 2023 · Today, I want to show you how to prepare a traditional Cantonese dessert called red bean soup 红豆沙 . Red bean soup is in the category of Cantonese desserts called tong sui (糖水), which means sugar water. It is a popular item on the menu of most Chinese dessert houses in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore.
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Jan 12, 2019 · Learn how to make a hearty traditional Chinese dessert with red beans and sticky rice cakes. This vegan and gluten-free soup is easy, healthy, and can be served hot or cold.
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Nov 18, 2022 · Learn how to make a vegan, gluten-free dessert soup with adzuki beans, orange zest, brown sugar and tapioca pearls. Follow the simple steps, tips and ingredients substitutes for a creamy, nutty and earthy treat.
May 2, 2020 · Learn how to make red bean soup, a classic Chinese dessert soup, with red adzuki beans, rock sugar, tapioca pearls and orange zest. Follow the step-by-step tutorial with pictures and watch the video for more tips.
